Graehl Frames

This frame style I call the "Beader." I've only used it on smaller sizes but, it could be used on larger too. The four photos showing 4 frames are 3 different sizes. The largest is an 8 x 10", has the "ash" patina and the "bead" has been gilded gold. The next size down is a 6 x 8", has the "warm" patina with a gold bead. The other two are 5 x 7"s and have the "cool" patina. One has a silver bead and the other gold.
The frame on the chipmonk piece is a 15 x 9" and has no gilding. The photo frame is a 6 x 8", gilded gold and toned.
The beader has a deep rabbet, over an inch.

This frame style, the 70esmag, is one that I would recommend for larger paintings and keeps with the distressed outer frame and gilded inner frame. It is roughly 6 inches wide and has a rabbet of over 2 inches. It is even more handsome with the addition of ornamental corners and a nameplate.

I think my favorite part about building custom frames is the moment the artist and I see the painting in it's new frame for the first time. Hopefully there are a lot of smiles and hand shakes. I wish I could be there for that every time. I truly love my job.