A Focus on Decorative Frames

Have you ever found yourself in need of a more ornamental or decorative frame? Perhaps you have a historical document or maybe an old map that just screams for more than just a plain picture frame. Well have no fear, today we are going to be covering some of our more decorative frames and presenting you with some images and ideas.

Now there’s absolutely nothing wrong with simple minimalist wood or metal frames, we love those too, but for those that require just a little more punch we wanted to take a moment to highlight some frames that offer a little more than the typical. These frames call a little more attention to themselves and can captivate the observers gaze before they notice the work inside. Continue reading to see a focus on the different types of decorative picture frames.

Metallic Frames

One of the most common types of decorative picture frames found today would be metallic wood frames. Metallic picture frames have a very long tradition in framing. Some of the earliest frames known to exist are wood frames covered in gold leaf. Today, most ready made frames use other processes to achieve the same vibrant look. Metallic frames can range from plain to elaborate, but their shimmer will command attention in any setting.

Napoleon Series Frames

Our Napoleon Antique Wood Frames offer a highly stylized and fairly ornate moulding, and the frames are available in 3 different colors: antique gold, antique silver, and black with gold.

American Value Series Frames

The American Value Series picture frames are only available in gold color, but with 3 series varieties to choose from (thin, medium, and large) there is something for just about everybody. Each series is available in multiple profiles and various mouldings.

Thin: The American Value Thin Series frames have a thin 3/4″ moulding face.

Medium: The American Value Medium series frames have a thicker 1″ moulding.

Large: The American Value Large Series frames offer a thick 1 and  1/2″ moulding.

Modena Series Frames

Our Modena Series picture frames offer bold metallic styling with a substantial curved moulding. The Modena Series is available in bronze, gold, and silver. All 3 colors have an aged look to the metallic finishes.

Victorian Series Frames

The Victorian Series picture frames are a wide and ornate wood frame that offers antique style and a look that is bold and beautiful. These frames are available in you chose of Gold or Walnut with Gold Trim.

Antique Royal Series Frames

Our Antique Royal Series picture frames offer bold texturing with antique metallic colors. This frame style uses a thick 2″ moulding. This frame is suited to vintage pictures and old documents. This frame series is available in 2 colors: bronze and silver.

We hope you enjoyed a brief look at some of our more decorative picture frames. Take a look around the site and familiarize yourself with the different styles before deciding on your next frame.  If you have any questions about anything, don’t hesitate to give us a call at 800.577.5920.