Monolith

Swedish Pine & Hand-cut Glass

The frames we use are customised to size and locally handmade. The structures are built from solid Swedish pine (furu); a stable, light wood chosen for its rigidity and even grain.

Sizing chart

Flush Mount

A traditional gallery-style configuration where the artwork is mounted directly against the glass. This creates a stable, low-profile presentation.

• Mounting: Flush mount (no air gap between print and glass).
• Glass: 2 mm float glass.
• Construction: Solid Swedish pine with a 15 mm (0.6 in) face and a 30 mm (1.2 in) depth.
• Archival Integrity: Assembled using acid-free adhesives and pH-neutral materials.
• Frame size: 29 × 43 cm (11.4 × 16.9 in) and 43 × 65 cm (16.9 × 25.6 in)

Float Premium

A museum-grade configuration where the print sits raised from the backing. This allows the paper edges to cast a shadow and creates a three-dimensional depth within the frame.

• Mounting: Professional float mount (3D shadow effect).
• Glass: Museum Glass. 2 mm hand-cut, UV-resistant, non-glare art glass. Protects the surface while maintaining absolute optical clarity and reducing reflections.
• Construction: Deep-profile shadow box in solid Swedish pine with a 15 mm (0.6 in) face and 30 mm (1.2 in) depth.
• Archival Integrity: Strictly acid-free components—from mounting adhesives to sealing tapes—to ensure long-term structural stability.

Technical Proportions

To maintain visual balance, internal margins (mats) are weighted based on the artwork's dimensions. For a standard large-format work, the proportions follow this logic:

• Face Width: 15 mm (0.6 in)
• Frame Depth: 30 mm (1.2 in)
• Standard Margins: 35–45 mm (1.4–1.8 in) at the sides and top; 45–55 mm (1.8–2.2 in) at the bottom.
• Frame sizes: 37.5 × 51 cm (14.8 × 20.1 in) and 52 × 70.5 cm (20.5 × 27.8 in)

Limited Edition of 150: Paper & Image: 29.7×42 cm (11.7×16.5 in).

Limited Edition of 50: Paper & Image: 42×59.4 cm (16.5×23.4 in).

One-of-one: Canvas & Image: 1120x1680 mm (44x66 in)

Unpacking & Surface Safety

• Edge Sensitivity: The work has a handling border, but the edges are part of the composition. Handle with care to avoid crimping or marking the corners.
• Glove Use: We strongly recommend wearing lint-free cotton gloves during any handling. The surface of the paper is highly sensitive to the natural oils and moisture from fingertips.
• Surface Contact: Avoid sliding the print against any surface. The structure can be prone to scuffing if moved across a rough plane.

Framing Recommendations
For collectors opting to frame the work themselves, we recommend a professional float mount to maintain the work’s intended presence. To reproduce the atelier’s signature look, instruct your framer as follows:

• Mounting: Float the print on an acid-free backing board to leave the mould-made edges visible.
• Frame Profile: Request a discrete wood profile with a 15 mm (0.6 in) face and a 30 mm (1.2 in) depth.
• Glass: Specify reflex-reducing museum glass with UV protection to preserve the pigment integrity over time.
• Materials: Ensure all mounting tapes and adhesives are strictly acid-free (syrafria).

Environment & Longevity
While the paper is ISO 9706 compliant for age resistance, the work should be placed in a stable environment. Avoid areas of high humidity or direct, prolonged exposure to high-intensity UV light. Do not place the work directly above active heat sources such as radiators or fireplaces.