New Cross Design and Display
Specialist Perspex framing, textile display, object cases and professional picture hanging.
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Craftsmanship, clarity and protection for artwork, textiles and treasured objects.
Specialist framing and display from Thomas Murphy
New Cross Design and Display is run by Thomas Murphy from his premises in Ewell, providing bespoke framing, Perspex display and picture hanging services for private collectors, galleries and prestigious clients.
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A distinctive Perspex framing technique
Thomas developed his specialist method while serving his apprenticeship with leading picture framing company Design Animation. The technique protects artwork at the front and sides while creating the minimum visual barrier between viewer and work.
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Experienced, trusted craftsmanship
After ten years developing his craft, Thomas established his own business at 28 and has been running successfully ever since. Clients have included the Saatchi Gallery, Sotheby’s, the owner of Max Factor and Ringo Starr.
Thomas’s work is especially suited to pieces where conventional framing would compete with the artwork, or where texture, depth, textiles or three-dimensional form call for a more refined display solution.
Services
Four specialist services for displaying, protecting and presenting artwork beautifully.
Perspex Framing
Perspex framing is ideal for a wide range of artwork, particularly where a textured finish or three-dimensional quality makes classical framing inappropriate. It protects the work while allowing the art itself to remain the focus.
Textile Display
Perspex display is especially effective for textiles, garments and fabric-based pieces. It presents the artwork clearly while helping to protect it from UV light, insects and other sources of damage.
3D Art and Object Cases
Where the artwork is a complete object, or is not suitable for a conventional frame, a bespoke Perspex cabinet can provide the perfect balance of protection, visibility and presentation.
Picture Hanging and Arrangement
New Cross also provides professional picture hanging and arrangement, including re-hanging collections after a house move and helping clients make the best use of their available wall space.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Perspex framing, display cases and picture hanging.
Why choose Perspex framing rather than a traditional frame?
Perspex framing protects the artwork while keeping the frame itself visually discreet. It is often chosen where the artwork has texture, depth or a three-dimensional quality, or where a conventional frame would distract from the piece.
Is Perspex framing suitable for textiles?
Yes. Perspex display is particularly well suited to textiles and garments because it allows the piece to be seen clearly while helping to protect it from light, insects and environmental damage.
Can you make display cases for objects?
Yes. For three-dimensional art, memorabilia, sculptural pieces and other objects, New Cross can create bespoke Perspex cabinets designed around the size, shape and character of the item.
Do you offer picture hanging after a move?
Yes. New Cross is often asked to arrange and re-hang collections when a client has moved property, helping each picture sit naturally within the new space.
Do you work with private clients as well as galleries?
Yes. Thomas works with private collectors, galleries and clients who need specialist help displaying, protecting or hanging important pieces.
Testimonials
Trusted by private collectors, galleries and high-profile clients.
Contact
For framing, textile display, object cases or picture hanging, please contact Thomas Murphy.