6x12 Monet Pro Versailles Canvas 1-1/2" Deep #ML-0612

True 2:1 Domino Proportion - 6x12 Size

6x12 is one of our popular Domino 2:1 sizes.

The 2:1 aspect ratio, that we call the domino proportion, also offers a unique canvas for artists to play with the perception of space and depth within their compositions. The elongated format allows for the inclusion of foreground, middle ground, and background elements, creating a sense of distance and scale that draws the viewer's eye into the artwork. This aspect ratio has been used by artists throughout history, from ancient Egyptian tomb paintings to Renaissance frescoes to contemporary photography. Its versatility and timelessness make it a classic choice for artists seeking to create dynamic and engaging compositions.

Explore other sizes in this same 2:1 aspect ratio:

8x16 • 10x20 • 12x24 • 15x30 • 18x36 • 24x48 • 36x72 • 30x60 • 4x8 • 5x10 • 7x14 • 9x18 • 14x28 • 16x32 • 20x40 • 22x44 • 26x52 • 32x64 • 34x68 • 38x76 • 40x80 • 42x84 • 45x90 • 48x96 • 60x120

Explore Related Products to this 6x12 Size:

• Alkyd / Oil Primed Linen: Malibu™ • Vintage L21C™ • Ventura™
• Acrylic Primed Linen: Muir™ • Vintage L22U™ • Santa Cruz™ • Saint-Cloud™
• Acrylic Primed Cotton: Monterey™ • Carmel™ • Tahoe™ • Heavy Weight 14oz cotton • Sierra™
• Hardcore Canvas Panel: Versailles™
• Vincent™ Pro 7/8 • 3D™ Pro 2.5

Versailles™ Oil Primed Artfix Linen

• 100% Belgian Linen 6.1 oz; Primed Weight 14.6 oz per square yard
• Medium Weight, Closed Weave, Medium Texture
• Double Sized and Double Primed with acid-free archival quality oil primed ground
• Impenetrable ground prevents oil paint from leaching through and harming the canvas
• For oils, alkyds, and water miscible oil paints
• Linen has natural oils that prevent disintegration over time

6x12 Monet Pro Strainer Frame

• Drawing depicts the exact frame construction, not the proportion
• Strainer Bars are used when the short side is under 10" inches
• Fixed Corner Frame - Not keyable or expandable
• No cross braces required when the frame length is under 20", but this frame provides very robust and solid support for this 6x12 size frame

Monet™ Pro 1.5" Deep 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 1.5" deep stretched canvas (Actual depth is slightly thinner)
• 1-5/8" wide Stretcher Bar
• Solid Ponderosa Pine or Fir from the Pacific Northwest

No Finger Joints!

Solid Wood is far superior to finger jointed wood, which is many small pieces glued together, each with varying grain densities that absorb and shed moisture at varying rates, expanding and contracting non-uniformly as environmental conditions change, and causing the wood to bow and the finger joints to eventually fail.

A single homogeneous kiln-dried solid wood Stretcher Bar outperforms and outlasts a finger jointed Bar whose sole purpose is to save the manufacturer cost, not contribute to the archival value of artwork intended to last a millennium. 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.

Sustainable Forests for Future Generations

Sustainable forestry practices go beyond just planting and harvesting trees. They also involve careful planning, monitoring, and management to ensure the long-term health and productivity of the forest. By using lumber from sustainably managed forests, we can support these important practices and help to ensure that our planet's forests remain healthy and productive for generations to come.

MuseumWrap™ Stretching Technique

With more than a half a century of American engineering, Masterpiece® designs and builds its own proprietary stretching equipment that enables us to produce the finest and most tightly-stretched canvas on the market.

• Drum-tight stretch!
• Up to 50% tighter than other methods
• Balanced tension across the surface
• Uncut folded corners make it possible to remove and re-stretch canvas on the same size frame
• Usually the corner folds are on the long sides

Masterpiece® has been producing the finest artist canvas in North America since 1965. Artist Canvas is one of the very few products you can buy, and with your precious time, talent, and materials transform it into a work of art that could one day be worth a fortune. Don't skimp on your material choices, because your legacy and your own brand will be judged by how well your artwork stands the test of time.

The first duty of a man is the seeking after and the investigation of truth. ♦ Cicero

Cicero's profound observations on the human condition often illuminated the quest for knowledge and understanding as central to one's existence. In a world characterized by shifting allegiances, political intrigues, and transient pleasures during his time, Cicero regarded the pursuit of truth as a guiding principle, a beacon illuminating the murky waters of life's uncertainties.

This call to seek truth can be likened to the insatiable drive to express, explore, and understand both the world around us and the depths of our own inner landscapes. Art becomes the vessel, the medium through which we investigate and interpret the multifaceted truths of our existence. Whether we're capturing the raw emotion of a moment, the intricate patterns of nature, or the complex interplay of light and shadow, our creations are testament to our commitment to uncovering truth. And as we navigate our art careers, this dedication becomes our compass, guiding us through challenges and leading us toward authenticity. The masterpieces we produce, then, are not just reflections of our skill or technique, but also embodiments of the truths we've sought and discovered along our path.

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As we honor the legacy of Cicero, we've created our own portrait as well as pass along these words of wisdom and our take on the message. Get to work on yours!