Louis The 13th Style Frames: Where French Royalty met early Baroque flair.
This was France’s first national frame style, ultimately setting the stage for centuries of gilded grandeur: all of it starting with those iconic flower corners that bloom right off the wood. Understated compared to later Louis looks, but still rich with Medici-level drama (Louis the 13th`s mother was Maria de’ Medici, after all). Today, these frames bring depth, texture, and quiet elegance to both classical art and modern minimalism.
#LouisXIII
#FrameHistory
#FitForAKing
#FlowerCornersForever
#FrameItOnceFrameItRight
#Handwright
#CustomHistoricalFrames
🔥 Saddle Towels don’t get more iconic than this. 🔥
Sierra Leone: Breeders’ Cup winner, Kentucky Derby runner-up, Eclipse Award Champion 3 year old colt of 2024, and king of the late charge, just added another legendary chapter to his story with a jaw-dropping win in the Grade 1 Whitney Stakes at Saratoga!
His trademark move? Hitting the afterburners mid-race and flying past the pack like they’re standing still. And this one… might be the most stunning come-from-behind victory we’ve ever seen.
🎥 If you missed it (trust us, you don’t want to): Watch race at link in our bio or paste: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kyePKVsapj8
This week, we had the honor of framing the saddle towel Sierra Leone wore in that race with dirt and all, for one of his owners. It’s more than fabric; it’s a piece of racing history. We’re still in awe of it… and of him.
Sierra Leone’s next start will be in the 2025 Breeders’ Cup at Del Mar.
#sierraleone
#whitneystakes
#saratoga
#saratogasprings
#saratogaspringsny
#saratogaracetrack
#horseracing
#racehorse
#thoroughbred
Restoring and Framing Warhol’s Martha Graham Series
Handwright recently oversaw the restoration and completed the framing of three pieces from Andy Warhol’s Martha Graham series, a process that required a thoughtful approach to both the historical significance of the works and their delicate materials. Created in 1986 using silkscreen techniques on paper, these prints are susceptible to fading, discoloration, and surface damage over time. Restoration began with a thorough condition assessment, gentle surface cleaning and treatments to help stabilize the works while preserving their vivid color palette and original texture.
Framing the series called for museum-quality materials to ensure long-term preservation. Each print was mounted using archival, acid-free backing and is now housed in Optium Museum Plexi to shield against light damage. The frames themselves reflect a minimalist design that complement Warhol’s bold visual language without distraction.
When restored and properly framed, artworks regain their original vibrancy and are further protected for future generations. So much fun to work on these. Grateful for the trust our client put in us, and we trust these will give years and years of enjoyment.
#restorationtopresentation
#fineartframing
#andywarhol
#warhol
#silkscreen
#frameitonceframeitright
#handwrightgalleryandframing
#Handwright
Dana Goodfellow is a distinguished artist whose work bridges classical technique and contemporary abstraction. “Abstract in Blue Green” is a testament to her her philosophy—light, color, composition—through a refined palette evoking both movement and stillness.
Dana Goodfellow
Abstract In Blue Green
Acrylic on Canvas
36" x 36"
In 1937, to celebrate its 100th anniversary, Hermès launched its first silk scarf, the “Jeu des Omnibus et Dames Blanches”, designed by Robert Dumas, a member of the Hermès family. Since then, each scarf made measures 90 x 90 cm (standard size, though other formats exist), takes up to 18 months to produce—from design to printing, can feature 20–40 colors, each hand-mixed and printed separately using a traditional screen-printing method, and is made from silk sourced in Brazil and woven in Lyon, France. The scarves are hand-rolled and hand-stitched. Here, we framed a design called “Le Carrousel Du Tigre” by Katie Scott.
#hermés
#hermésscarf
#framedhermesscarf
#LeCarrouselDuTigre
#hermesscarf
#hermes
#frameitonceframeitright
#Handwright
#museumqualityframing
An intriguing aspect of artist Katherine Evans is her deep-rooted connection to the arts through her family lineage. Her father, Emerson Evans, was a noted artist who contributed to the iconic Coit Tower murals in San Francisco during the Works Progress Administration (WPA) era. This familial legacy not only influenced her artistic journey but also instilled in her a profound appreciation for visual expression. Katherine Evans herself has become a prominent figure in the art world, known for her vibrant, large-scale paintings that celebrate the expressive possibilities of color. Her works have been showcased in numerous juried solo and group exhibitions, and her paintings can be found in collections throughout the U.S., Europe, Japan, and Mexico. We are always excited when Katherine drops off new work. Here we have:
Nexus
Acrylic on Canvas
30″ x 24″
$3,200
#antidotetorainyday
@katevansartist
#colorfield
#katevansartist
#handwrightgallery
#vibrantabstract
Freshly framed: Mexican Bark Paintings. is a vibrant and culturally rich art form traditionally created by Indigenous peoples in central Mexico, especially the Otomi and Nahua communities. Bark painting, or "papel amate" painting, involves painting on handmade paper made from the bark of fig trees. These works are not just decorative—they`re a way of preserving Indigenous heritage, storytelling, and spiritual beliefs.
#fineartframing
#mexicanbarkpainting
#papelamate
#vibrant
#frameitonceframeitright
Who doesn’t love Calder’s pieces? He brings a joyous and playful spark to everything. Our client wanted this piece to do all the speaking, so, to match their minimalist style, we opted to let its simplicity be the guide, focusing attention on the work itself without overwhelming it. Sometimes a white frame and a white mat is *just* what the doctor ordered.
#alexandercalder
#calder
#fineartframing
#museumqualityframing
#simplicity
