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Mounting refers to the securing the photo into the mount board so that it is displayed properly, whether you plan on using a picture frame. When a photo is properly mounted on the backing, you can more easily have it matted and framed while minimizing the possibility of damaging the photo.With mounting, the photo does not have to be an exact fit of the rectangular or oval picture frame you plan on using. You are not limited to a standard picture frame size or shape. In fact, a photo that ha …

Preservation framing is a framing philosophy that uses only archival methods and materials when framing valued photos and objects. It promotes a high standard of custom framing that aims to minimize the damage environmental factors can cause on a photo or object being put on display. These environmental factors include moisture and humidity, light, pollution and dust.You see, a photo or piece of art work that looks great now can deteriorate in 10 or 20 years if it is not framed properly. Th …

Fans have a long and decorated history. Fans have refreshed the air and drive away insects for monarchs of ancient kingdoms (including Egypt, Persia, Babylonia and Greece). Some fans were given as a gift by Monteczuma to Hernan Cortes and by Christopher Columbus to Queen Elisabeth. Fans also figured in the literary works of Euripides, Tibulo, Menandro and Ovidio.In China, the ladies used fans to hide their faces and maintain a mysterious aura to visitors. During the Victorian Era, fans evol …

Frames are not just for pictures, diplomas and other flat objects. You can actually frame 3-dimensional objects and proudly display these in your home. Victorian Frame Company has several custom display cases for this purpose. This includes shadow boxes, acrylic domes and frames with convex glass. There are even display cases that are specially designed for specific items – flag cases, fan cases, collector plate frames and jersey cases.These display cases are a great way to show your person …

Why keep your precious family heirlooms or important mementos in a box somewhere in the basement or the attic? They will only be hidden and only gather dust. Most likely, you will forget about them until you find the time to sift through your things. Worse, they may fall victim to vermin, mold or mildew. However, you may be hesitant to put them on display because that may mean exposing them to dust and grime as well as to curious pets and children.This is where an acrylic dome can help. Yo …