Shadow Boxes

There’s something about the three-dimensional aspect of shadow boxes that I’ve always found appealing. Unlike a painting or print, the curated items in a shadow box have depth and dimension that somehow evokes the feeling of looking at arti-facts behind the glass of a museum case.

But the shadow boxes shown here are likely to attract as much attention as the items they display. Each one features a unique, attractive frame made from built-up mouldings. The frames are easily removed from the shadow boxes without taking them off the wall, making it easy to change out your display whenever the mood strikes you. And to top it off, a crackled paint finish gives these shadow boxes a distinctive look.

Traditionally, shadow boxes were used by retired servicemen to store and display their medals, insignia and regimental colours. Today of course, shadow boxes are used to display all sorts of items. And because of this, each box in this trio is a different size. This gives