23x45 Elite Professional 1.5" Deep B2 Stretcher Frame Kit

True Inside Straight Proportion - 23x45 Size

Not based on any specific proportion, this size is reminiscent of an inside straight term used in poker, it invites composition intrigue for both the artist and the viewer.

Using sequentially sized canvases, inspired by the poker term, inside straight, offers a fascinating approach to artistic creation. This idea plays with the notion of sequence and order, challenging artists to think about the progression of sizes and how they might influence the perception and interpretation of their artwork. By emphasizing the sequential nature of the canvas size itself, artists and viewers are encouraged to think beyond the traditional boundaries of their medium, exploring new possibilities in composition, narrative, and conceptual expression. This approach not only makes the artwork more engaging for the viewer but also challenges the artists to think more deeply about the relationship between form, content, and meaning.

Sequentially sized canvas can reflect geometric patterns and rhythms found in nature and mathematics, offering a visual representation of fractals or sequences. Not only does it challenge the artist's approach to composition, but also invites viewers to engage with the artwork on a more intellectual level. Artists can also experiment with the arrangement of canvases, as in a triptych connected, not by similar size or proportion, but purely by the progression of the actual size itself, inviting more mystery and intrigue for the viewer. Just like a carefully strategized poker game, the placement and order of the canvases can lead to a surprising and impactful reveal, making the entire series more than just a sum of its parts, but a cohesive and captivating visual journey.

Explore other sizes in this same 45:23 aspect ratio:

12x34 • 34x56 • 45x67 • 56x78 • 67x89

Elite™ Professional 1.5" Deep B2 Bar • 1/2" Canvas Clearance

A Canvas Clearance of 1/2" is the space between the Bar and the canvas. Generally speaking, more clearance reduces the risk of the canvas touching the wood and creating unsightly lines during painting. Our design provides the optimal clearance so as not to impact your painting, but still leaving enough wood to the maximize strength of the Stretcher Bar.

Solid Wood is Archival - Finger Jointed Wood is Not

We only use Solid Wood to build our Stretcher Bars because a solid piece of wood will last indefinitely. When we speak of archival value, it's not just the paint you use and the quality of your canvas and ground, even the wood choices manufacturers make are part of the archival process.

The principal reason manufactures use finger jointed wood is reduce cost, not increase archival value. Wood constantly grows and shrinks when the environment becomes hotter, or colder, or more humid, or more dry. Because finger jointed wood is made-up of multiple and varied pieces of wood, with varying grain patterns and densities, they each absorb and shed moisture at varying rates, which works on the glue joints that hold them together, causing the wood to bow and the joints to eventually fail, and certainly not consistent with increasing the archival value of your artwork frame support.

As a manufacturer, we do our part to conserve as much wood as possible, and still provide a quality made product that will out-perform any other in the marketplace.

• Super strong Elite™ B2™ Stretcher Bar is 50% stronger than most others in its class
• For this 23x45 large size frame, the frame provides the ultimate foundation for your art with increased strength and stability
• Produces a 1.5" deep stretched canvas
• 2-1/4" wide Stretcher Bars
• All Bars have an exclusive groove on the inside perimeter of the frame to which cross braces and Diamond Corner Braces attach
• Solid Ponderosa Pine or Fir from the Pacific Northwest

Sustainable Forests - A Precious Natural Resource

The air that we breathe depends upon our healthy forests the world over. For this reason, we only use lumber from the sustainable forests of the Pacific Northwest, so we can guarantee that our nation's precious natural timber resources are available for future generations.

Specially Dried and Heat Treated Lumber

We source our wood from a select group of top-tier environmentally conscious lumber mills in the Pacific Northwest. These mills specially dry and heat-treat the lumber to our specifications, resulting in about half the moisture content compared to wood from typical home improvement centers or lumber yards. This process makes the wood stronger, reducing the likelihood of cracking, splitting, or warping. While the wood we use comes at a higher cost, it ensures a more dimensionally stable end product. This stability is crucial for crafting fine professional canvases that support your invaluable art over time.

29x51 is the Canvas Size Needed for this 23x45 Frame

Please note that you will need a canvas that is at least 6 Inches larger than the actual frame size to ensure proper stretching. This will provide ample material to stretch the canvas and attach it to the back of the frame. If you prefer to attach the canvas from the edge of the stretcher frame, you can reduce the size of your canvas by approximately 3/4" all the way around the frame. This will allow you to paint on the edge of the canvas and hang your artwork without needing a separate picture frame. And, if you ever need to remove the canvas from the frame and re-attach it, you'll have enough material to do that too.

Rooted in California and flourishing since 1965, Masterpiece® takes pride in its family-led legacy of crafting North America's premier Stretcher Bars. Our quest for excellence isn't just a goal but a commitment, positioning us as the trailblazers in the domain of fine-art canvas. Our innovative patents have set new benchmarks, ensuring our offerings stand unmatched. Dive into the tactile experience of our products, and you'll instantly recognize the distinct Masterpiece® quality, a signature appreciated by both your clientele and future art connoisseurs.

It's not what the artist does that counts, but what he is. ♦ Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec

The bold strokes on canvas were a reflection not just of the world he observed but of the man he was. Growing up with physical disabilities due to inbreeding in his aristocratic family, Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec found a kind of second home in the bustling cabarets and theaters of Montmartre. As he immersed himself in this vibrant world, his experiences profoundly shaped his art. His statement, It's not what the artist does that counts, but what he is, underscores this deeply personal connection between an artist's identity and their creations.

The essence of an artist, their experiences, beliefs, and world view, invariably seeps into their work, making it uniquely theirs. While techniques can be taught and styles can be mimicked, the soul of the work is inseparable from the soul of its creator. We carry our histories, our joys, our sorrows, and our dreams into every piece we create. Every brushstroke, every line drawn, is a testament to who we are. Lautrec's message encourages us to embrace our individuality, understanding that our most authentic creations emerge when we let our true selves shine through.

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Journey with us as we blend the wisdom and our own artistic representation of Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec. May this alliance empower your artistic soul. Begin your masterpiece!