Art With an Edge: the case for frames

Contemporary textile works are often installed effectively right on the wall. Dimensional textiles, in particular. rarely need an edge. Yet, there are some works that can manage the counterpoint of an artful frame. There are works given more emphasis by the addition of a shadow box or an edge. A frame can also protect a textile from touching and from dust and, with UV glass, even from sunlight to some degree. In our current Viewing Room, Art With an Edge: the case for frames, we are sharing a number of works with a frame of reference. You’ll also find a Framing Q&A by browngrotta arts’ expert framer, our Gallery Associate, Mary Luke.