We have mass production to thank for making the products we need available to use when we need them and generally where we need them. Mass production also makes many of those same products affordable. But mass production simply cannot match the quality you get when you buy things that are handmade. And quality is one reason antiques are getting more popular.
Antique picture frames fall into this category. If you really want to show off your cherished photographs or pieces of art, these frames will do so in a way that a mass produced frame will not be able to. You’re not only protecting those pictures, you’re making them look better, and calling attention to them.
Try it at your own home. Display a picture in a store bought frame and while it may look nice, if you display that photo in an antique frame it will have an entirely different feel. You may not be able to explain it, but without a doubt you will notice it.
Let’s imagine this scenario. You have a great picture of your great grandmother displayed on a living room end table. It’s a great photo of a great lady, maybe the only one you have. Now imagine that you’re displaying the picture in a frame that she once owned. Now that picture seemingly has more meaning.
Maybe that’s an ideal scenario, but you don’t have a frame that your grandparents owned. Well you can still get the same feel. Display that picture in a frame that was made around the time that the picture was. Now the photo and frame will seemingly become one, like they were made for each other. Your family and guests will comment as they eyes are seemingly drawn to it. You now have something more than just a border around that photo.
And of course you can be sure that with an antique picture frame you are getting a quality frame. Something that was handmade by someone who took pride in his work. I fully understand that not everything made in the “old days” was better. That would make me a sentimental old fool. But I do believe that most things made by hand are a little better.
Almost every antique frame was surely handcrafted. That means the maker probably went to great lengths to make sure his product was fabulous. You’ll notice it if you look closely at the detailing. We know you can still find this today, but quality is just one of many reasons why antique are generally better. We’ve already touched on some of the others.
If there’s a drawback here it has to be the price. Truthfully, true antique frames can be very costly, especially if you go to your local antique store. You may feel a bit of sticker shock when you turn the price tag over (notice how they always keep it hidden) and look at the numbers on the other side. Gold frames, silver frames, or wood frames can all be quite expensive.
Many people will now do one of two things. They will either give up and go to their local discount store, or they fork over their money thinking they have no other choice. But there is another and better choice. You should be patient and look around. Check local consignment stores and look online. If you take your time, you will eventually end up with the frame you are looking for at a price you can afford.
And when that happens, go ahead and buy it. Bring it home or have it shipped to you. Then display that favorite photograph and right away you’ll see the difference.
And you won’t be alone. Family members and guests will also be sure to notice and comment.
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