Large-format historical maps, like the 1853 Morris Levey map of Washington County, NY, were originally printed as oversized wall maps — often hand-colored and mounted on linen. At nearly 5 feet tall, these pieces weren’t just functional, they were statement pieces.
Framing a map of this scale takes thoughtful planning:
Support matters: Many antique maps were backed with linen. Conservation framing keeps that structure stable without stressing brittle paper.
UV protection: 19th-century inks and hand-coloring are light sensitive. Museum glass helps preserve detail and color.
Scale & proportion: Large maps need strong moulding and balanced matting to complement (not overwhelm) the artwork.
Reversibility Proper archival mounting ensures the map can be removed in the future without damage.
Whether it’s a county landowner map filled with family names or a decorative regional piece, these oversized works bring history to life — and deserve framing that protects them for the next 150 years.
#HistoricMaps
#AntiqueMaps
#CustomFraming #ConservationFraming
#frameitonceframeitright
A new forever home for a classic 🕊️
This framed replica comes from Histoire Naturelle des Oiseaux, part of the monumental 18th-century work by French naturalist Georges-Louis Leclerc, Comte de Buffon. First published in the 1700s, Buffon’s volumes helped shape how Europe understood the natural world: blending science, art, and a deep sense of wonder. We love how these illustrations were created to educate and delight, and how striking they remain centuries later. Recently framed and finally right where it belongs.
January decluttering isn’t only about letting go.
Sometimes it’s about rediscovering what mattered enough to keep.
If something you found has been waiting patiently in a box, bring it in. We’ll help you turn it into something you can live with every day.
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#januarycleaning
#FinallyFramed
#frameitonceframeitright
#januarydeclutteringchallenge
Framed a tiny piece of family history. 🤍
This little vintage baby dress spent years tucked away, and seeing it preserved like this is a reminder that some textiles belong on walls, not in boxes.
Soft fabric, tiny stitches, and so much love held in something so small.
Now it finally gets the spotlight it deserves. 🍼🌿
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#vintagebabydress
#frameitonceframeitright
#customframing
#handwright
#pictureframing
#vintagetextile
Our elves are hard at work this season, but have some fun ideas that will have your Christmas gifts all wrapped up by tree time!
Getting It Done over here at Handwright! This vintage kimono will be spending its retirement in a gold frame and will be tableside with family this Thanksgiving. Such a pleasure to work with. Happy Thanksgiving to all.
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#ArtServices
#newcanaan
#fixit
#worthit
#handwrightgalleryandframing
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.
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#whitneystakes
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