1930's style wood moulding for Robert Goodwin print

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Richard Darling

Richard Darling

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OK - I'm a bit style-challenged. I have a Philip Goodwin (sorry, not Robert) print of a hunter shooting at a moose from a canoe. The customer would like some framing/moulding ideas that would fit the period. Any of you who have been around since the 30's who could help me? Thanks for the input.
 
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I should have posted it to begin with, shouldn't I.

Here it is:

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What size is it?
 
I could make you a nice white oak mission style frame for that. There is also a line of mouldings that seem 30s looking, pretty sure its Design Guild.

John
 
I would go for the "Lodge" look. A Twig parqueted frame (Adirondacks) would do wonders for the feel, or because you're in Montana, more of the "Cabin" look or even "Cowboy" frame.

But if you just want a chop and join route, I would say maybe Picture woods quarter sawn oak in charcoal stain with corner blocks (513QCC I think) would give it that "Left-over Arts & Crafts" look. For a more upscale, the antique walnut Colonial scoop faced Revere from Garrett 352-765W or the ebonized walnut 352-505W. Also Garretts transverse veneers would be great, especially the 460-078.

The mat needs to be a nice deep green linen with a dark reddish-brown wood fillet to bring out the sky and the hunters Filson Cruiser's Jacket

IMHO
 
Arquati has a great moulding like (forget the name) that looks like a distressed parquet floor. Ask your rep. They added on to the line at the Vegas show. It now comes in at least 3 sizes. Either that or order a Dard Hunter frame. His are the least expensive mortise and tenon you will find if you are looking for this sort of thing. If you need cheap go for Orr-Bay B33.
 
I like Kirstie's suggestion, here's a pic of the Arquati samples she is referring to:

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335-3436 2 5/8" w
334-3439 1 1/2" w
334-3436
334-3438



This line is absolutely gorgeous, and would suit the image well. Otherwise I like the quarter sawn's from Picture Woods-.
 
That's the one Steph. There is also United Wood Craftsmen in Big Bear Lake, CA.
 
I like the Arquati idea too.

If, on the other hand, you want an
amazing frame, then run, do not walk,
to www.holtonframes.com.

The Four Square Kelmscotts Bay frame
might be nice with it, especially since
it comes narrow enough not to overwhelm
the print.
Tim Holton makes beautiful frames meant
to last for generations.
 
Thanks everybody. The ideas have been very helpful in narrowing down the style I need. Yes, the customer is on a budget, so the finished corner options aren't doable.

I've put together a design with a flat burled wood moulding, with a mottled deep green linen mat over a rust mat. I'm showing it to the customer today. I'll post pics when it's done.

Thanks again.
 
Wesley Allen makes the finest wood frames that I have seen. They make a wonderful 2 1/8" Craftsman Frame in quarter-sawn red oak. They will customize the stain and antique level to your specs. 908 735-0922 - Their web-site is currently under construction www.finewoodframes.com
 
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