18x26 Classic Value Linen Canvas 3/4" Deep #CL-1826

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Masterpiece Classic™ 3/4" Deep Bar • 1/16" Canvas Clearance

Canvas Clearance is the space between the Bar and the canvas, and this Bar has just enough to prevent the unsightly lines during painting when you paint with a light touch, and still maximize the strength of the frame.

• Stretcher Bar Profile produces a 3/4" deep stretched canvas
• 1-5/8" wide Stretcher Bar
• Solid Ponderosa Pine or Fir from the Pacific Northwest

Finger Jointed Wood is not meant for Stretcher Bars

Solid wood makes the most dependable Stretcher Bar, because one homogeneous wood member is going to behave similarly across the entire length of the Bar. Whereas, with finger-jointed wood is made-up of multiple pieces of wood, sometimes on the actual joint itself, presenting multiple points of failure which no one can control.

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 add or reduce value to your final painting. The fact is, you don't want problems, and finger joints only increase that risk of the wood falling apart in the future.

The glue used to bind finger joints is a water based adhesive and when that wood is exposed to high humidity environments, particularly with exterior walls, the glue joints can give-up. As a manufacturer, Masterpiece® does its part to conserve as much wood as possible, and still provide a quality product that will out-perform any other in the marketplace.

Sustainability in our Forests and our Communities

At Masterpiece®, we believe in responsible and sustainable business practices. That's why we only use lumber from sustainably managed forests in our products. By doing so, we can help to protect our planet's forests, reduce our environmental impact, and support the communities that depend on these valuable resources.

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.

America's Custom Shop!

We offer two Masterpiece Classic depths (3/4" & 1-3/8"), as well as three canvas surfaces to choose from. There are dozens of standard sizes available for these products. If you don't find the size you want, our Masterpiece Vincent™ Pro canvases have 200+ sizes to choose from in over a dozen surfaces. And if you can't find what you want, just ask your local retailer or contact us, and we will help you with your next composition.

Our unwavering commitment at Masterpiece® is to produce only the finest, which has made us the vanguard in the world of professional fine-art canvas. Explore our extensive range of surfaces and roll sizes to find the perfect fit for your next creation.

When I am, as it were, completely myself, entirely alone..my ideas flow best and most abundantly. ♦ Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart

One of history's most prodigious musical talents, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart experienced the world through a unique lens. From an early age, he demonstrated a profound connection to music, one that seemed to be woven into the very fabric of his being. The melodies, harmonies, and rhythms that flowed from his mind were not just learned skillsets but expressions of his deepest emotions and observations.

There are moments when solitude becomes an essential sanctuary. Away from the bustle and distractions of the world, we find a space where our true selves can emerge unencumbered. In these moments of stillness, the mind is free to wander, explore, and create without boundaries. It's in this solitude that we often discover our most authentic and powerful ideas, unfiltered by external influences or expectations.

Yet, it's essential to recognize that while solitude can be a catalyst for creativity, the experiences and interactions we have in the broader world provide the raw material from which our art is crafted. It's a delicate balance, one that each of us must find in our path, to ensure that our art remains both genuine and relatable to others. Mozart's dedication to his craft and his intuitive understanding of this balance continue to inspire us, reminding us that true artistry often emerges from the depths of introspection.

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Embrace the synergy of this profound quote with our interpretation of it's meaning with a nice little portrait that we created of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart. Time to create!