136 Inch 3D Pro K2 Single Stretcher Bar 2-1/2" Deep #K2-136

3D™ Pro 2.5 Stretcher Bar • 1/2" Canvas Clearance

1/2" Canvas Clearance 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.

• Produces a 2.5" deep stretched canvas (Actual depth is slightly thinner)
• 1.25" wide Stretcher Bar
• 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

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 is about Reducing Deforestation

Choosing products made with sustainably sourced lumber is an important way for consumers to make a positive impact on the environment. By supporting sustainable forestry practices, we can help to reduce deforestation, promote biodiversity, and mitigate climate change. It's a simple and effective way to make a difference.

Canvas Size Needed for this Stretcher Bar

Most artists will stretch the canvas and attach the staples or tacks onto the back side of the frame. Doing so allows you to paint on the edge and hang your art without needed a picture frame. Generally speaking, you should allow 8 Inches of canvas beyond the size of your frame.

For example, if you were to stretch a 102x136 frame size, which happens to be a 4:3 Cinema aspect ratio size, your canvas should be about 110 x 144. This allows you ample room to stretch and attach the canvas on the back. Should you ever need to remove the canvas from the frame and re-attach it, it still serves that purpose too. Should you want to attach the canvas from the edge of the stretcher frame, then you can reduce the size of your canvas about 3/4" all the way around the frame.

With deep family ties and a legacy spanning since 1965 in California, Masterpiece® has been the epitome of unmatched quality in Stretcher Bars across North America. Our commitment to pioneering excellence has crowned us as the forerunners in the world of professional fine-art canvases. Bolstered by our patented innovations, our products exude a caliber that's in a league of its own. One touch, and the unparalleled quality becomes palpable, leaving an indelible impression on your clients and all future admirers of your art.

The landscape is only a state of the soul, and whoever has no soul cannot find it. ♦ Paul Gauguin

Paul Gauguin's words echo a profound insight into the intimate relationship between art and the artist's internal world. For Gauguin, the physical landscape was not just a mere representation of nature but a mirror reflecting the depths, emotions, and nuances of the artist's soul.

When Gauguin mentions the 'landscape', he is not merely referring to rolling hills, serene lakes, or verdant forests. He is pointing towards the emotive essence that an artist infuses into their work, which stems from their personal experiences, memories, and feelings. Every hue, texture, and stroke becomes a manifestation of the artist's psyche. This interplay between the external and the internal is what gives art its richness and depth. For us, this serves as a reminder that our creations are not just products of skill and technique but are also deeply interwoven with our emotions, beliefs, and perspectives.

In his own life, Gauguin's relocation to Tahiti and his exploration of indigenous cultures showcased how he allowed the landscapes he painted to become expressions of his own search for meaning and identity. Far from the cosmopolitan life in Paris, the Tahitian landscapes and people became a canvas for Gauguin's introspection and existential quest. It encourages us, as artists, to view the world not just with our eyes but also with our hearts, letting the landscapes we depict be resonant expressions of our innermost self.

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With an artist's spirit and a modern touch, we bring you this hand-selected quote and provide context to its meaning. To tie it all together, we include our own one-of-a-kind portrayal of Paul Gauguin. Now let your colors flow!