More Ways to Display Art

We've seen mismatched frames, uniform frames, frames as art, and on and on. Here's a nice way to split the difference, by choosing one thing to keep in common (in this case, the frame color) but mixing up other elements for a unique look. More images after the jump.

8-18-08 black frames 2.jpg Using the same color frame unites the series on this wall, and also helps keep the focus of the eye on the art. But to diverge for the typical "gallery-style" uniformity, the homeowner has chosen to add interest by switching up the mat color to accentuate the art, and also occasionally forgoing a mat altogether a pressing the image between two pieces of glass, creating a "floating" effect. 8-18-08 black frames 3.jpg We also like how the Noguchi lamp is hung front and center, showcased as the piece of art it truly is.

Images via VisualLingual. (And you can check out more at their blog and shop.)

Comments (10)

ha! from looking at the middle photo, i had no idea that was a lamp - looked like a freak banana or something!

posted by 2T on August 18th 2008 at 12:47pm
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Hey, I think I've seen this place before!

;)

posted by visualingual on August 18th 2008 at 12:58pm
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Um - That lamp isn't hanging...

posted by bepsf on August 18th 2008 at 1:16pm
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I love a good banana-lamp.

posted by medusa12120 on August 18th 2008 at 2:18pm
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love the framing and placement..against the color of the wall..great combination..the lamp..distracting...

posted by keeks on August 18th 2008 at 2:31pm
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Oh, wow! I absolutely love the green walls and the pops of red! What's that paint color? The way everything is hung and framed works for me too!

posted by ClaireW on August 18th 2008 at 3:35pm
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I'm really not a fan of that lamp.

posted by GlamGirl on August 19th 2008 at 3:19am
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That's a great Charley Harper print!

posted by fabframes on August 19th 2008 at 5:21am
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I am a fan of the lamp. A classic impressive Noguchi.

posted by whitespike on August 19th 2008 at 11:46am
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The green paint is Littleton by True Value.

I can understand the mixed reactions to the lamp. It's a really unique form and certainly not everyone's taste. But, if the issue is its location between the hung art, I'd love to hear about alternative placement.

Thanks, all, for your comments!

posted by visualingual on August 19th 2008 at 1:30pm
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