Old Fashioned

Decorating with Old-fashioned Picture Frames

Incorporating some pieces from the Victorian period with its grandeur and soft colors into your home will provide a bit of a romantic touch.Your own decorating theme can be softened up a bit by adding some of the charateristic design elements of this period.You’ll be amazed when you see the tempting and widely-varying vintage Victorian-style picture frames that are available to choose from!Start looking and among the many styles available, you’ll be able to find the perfect one to fit into your home.You may be surprised when you see for yourself the detailed workmanship in the products you examine!

Many Victorian picture frames feature an oval design.Intricate patterns embellish the frame profile and set off the dark-colored or gold-colored wood used for many of these vintage-styled picture frames. Coming in a variety of colors: vintage walnut, silver leaf, gold leaf, rosewood, and walnut as well as in an assortment of sizes from 4 X 6 to 24 X 30, these antique frames blend well with the bold colors of modern furniture and the more modern trend of light-colored walls for rooms. These picture frames have a distinctive, subtle elegance that is accented by matte or glossy finishes and will be sure to enhance many of your black and white photos or artwork.

The exceptional details that embellish antique-style round picture frames will add an element that is missing in many modern rooms.The exceptional details in the borders catch one’s eye right away.The senses are captivated by the details of the piece itself.Whatever you place inside this piece, its attractiveness will be enhanced by the beauty of the frame. Round picture frames are also an excellent choice for framing mirrors.

Shadow box picture frames are a great choice for showcasing collectible and antique memorabilia characteristic of the Victorian era. Do you have seamstress articles or brass items from this period?A shadow box picture frame can add some warm nostalgia as it artfully displays a number of these items. Found in an assortment of shapes, these picture frames can be found up to 5 deep.Letter- or heart-shaped designs or oval, oblong or square boxes may be found.You need to protet the content of your display and so it is recommened that you include a glass cover on the picture frame.

One further style of artistic picture frame that captures the flavor of vintage designs makes use of old-style glass including ripples, bubbles or specific patterns.Many include insets of accent-colored glass assembled using stained-glass techniques. Adding a somewhat modern touch to an antique picture frame is a great way to blend the past with the present.

The fascinating craftsmanship of the Victorian era picture frames displays the true art that picture framing can be.Careful attention to the precious items, fine artwork or meaningful photos in each frame shows the strong distinctive and decorative effect that picture frames can have.Not many can pass through a display of Victorian era picture frames without beign compelled to add at least one to their own collection!

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