Buchanan & Kiguel Fine Custom Picture Framing

Robert Archer

2024-05

Buchanan & Kiguel cleaned, tightened and varnished a c.1900 large canvas for me. Paul listened to my requests, educated me on the process and communicated what to expect from the finished product. They completed the painting ahead of schedule and for a very reasonable price. I feel lucky to have such a great service right in my backyard!

Lise Pratt

2023-12

I needed the perfect frame for a custom portrait of my dog, Goose. Buchanan and Kiguel in Orange was the perfect place to have it done. They were friendly, helpful and very professional. Most of all they did an amazing job making the portrait look perfect.If you need custom framing done give them a try! You won’t be sorry.

Anna Marie DeMio Dowen

2024-01

Saved the day: I came in with a finished painting that had warped due to incorrect stretching upon the stretcher bars, and Paul at Buchanan & Kiguel in Orange knew exactly what to do AND did it in record time. It can now hang in my upcoming exhibit, perfectly restretched. The time and troubleshooting that was taken, and the expertise employed, happened just this very week—during the Christmas rush. Thank you Paul and Buchanan & Kiguel!

Vally Manson

2018-05

We recently had an antique pearl handled lace wedding fan framed at Buchanan & Kiguel in Charlottesville at Barracks Road in the North Wing. RIchard was invaluable helping us to select the perfect frame. He was patient, has a marvelous artistic eye, and helped us to select a frame that really compliment the fan. It was not an easy framing job as we needed a custom shadow box, a large size, and we wanted a traditional gilded frame to match the location where we plan to hang it. We could not have been happier with the final result! It is beautiful!

Betsy Agelasto

2021-05

What would I have done without Gwen and her expertise and advice at Buchanan and Kiguel in Barracks Road, Charlottesville. My brother had done several exquisite needle points of my house and my son's house. So I visited Buchanan and Kiguel for my first time to frame them. I was so pleased with the way they were framed that I continued to go back with the formal bridal photographs of my daughter-In-laws which I had never found the right frames for. I have never seen such an incredible collections of frames. Gwen was able to give me lots of choices as how to frame my things in different styles and different price ranges. I could not be happier.

Tess Goodman

2021-05

We are working on a large project, getting frames made for almost a dozen pieces. Buchanan & Kiguel has been absolutely wonderful. They know exactly what they're doing, especially working with scarce, antiquarian materials. The owner spent a good deal of time with us to pick out the best mats, frames, and designs for each individual piece. Each item is going to look fantastic! They also worked with us to figure out wonderful results within our budget limits. I couldn't be happier. Thanks!!!

Taylor Fitchett

2018-05

I have used the services of Buchanan and Kiguel for many years and their work is second to none. They have framed pieces for my home and my place of business and the finished product is always exquisite. The people who work there are artists themselves or very experienced in the art world, because they have an eye for design. If you already know what you want they work with you to get it right. If you are clueless, they start making suggestions from the hundreds of samples available onsite.Recently I had a real time crunch to get a large portrait framed for a public unveiling. With the invitations in the mail and three weeks before the ceremony, I took the portrait to Richard at B. and K., hoping that they could work miracles on the turnaround time. They did it! I had the portrait in hand a week before the ceremony. I really appreciated their willingness to go the extra mile for me. Thank you Buchanan and Kiguel!

Thomas Cutitta

2019-05

Buchanan and Kiguel do superior work with the best selection of fine moulding styles. The staff is knowledgable and well versed in design ideas. I've had work done by them since the 80's. The last work I had framed was a portrait of Mr. Jefferson on canvas. Richard Gross made perfect recommendations for an exquisite final result. They are the best!

Robert Hallmark

2017-05

If you’re looking at this review you already recognize that a piece of art, of whatever kind, that you value deserves to be properly conserved and attractively presented. For many years I’ve relied on Buchanan and Kiguel for conservation and presentation advice and services for a wide variety of items including traditional artwork, antique maps, antique firearms, coins, and more. A number of these items have required unique and creative framing. Their staff’s knowledge is unparalleled. The beauty and quality of their framing, and particularly their custom matting, does more than just complement your piece …it will complete it in a way that adds confidence, value, and pride that lasts far longer than the dollar “saved” by using a lesser provider.What most differentiates Buchanan and Kiguel from other framing providers is, I believe, the knowledge and experience of the staff. When you bring a piece to them you have the confidence of knowing that the person assisting you in your framing decision, and especially the person performing the work, are professionals who have chosen this field and have been working at the craft for years, often decades. They willingly share their knowledge and experience to help you to select the color(s), width, and highlights of the matting as well as the material, design, and width of the frame that presents your piece at its very best.I also want to mention the large supply of quality prints and other art objects available to purchase at their locations. It’s always a treat just to stop by and browse.

T Watkins

2014-05

We recently experienced a serious water leak in our home which resulted in damage to several pictures. Our home restoration company suggested we contact Mr. Williams at Buchanan and Kiguel. Making a long story short, he and his staff were able to save almost all of the prints and other subjects. Most importantly, they beautifully restored two 19th century family portraits which we dearly treasure. We are most appreciative of their professional service and fine craftsmanship.

Kay Zerwick

2017-05

I have been a customer of Buchanan & Kiguel for over 30 years. Beginning with Dr. Kiguel and over the last 20 years with Paul Williams, I have enjoyed expert assistance and artistic acumen in framing over 50 works of art. Many of the art works were placed in high-end gold leaf frames; many of them with flawlessly executed French mats. In the very rare instance where there has been dissatisfaction with the frame produced by one of the firm’s vendors, Paul unhesitatingly stood in my corner and had the frame re-done to my satisfaction. Over the years he has re-stretched a valuable canvas, repaired frames and surgically removed defects from the surfaces of paintings. I consider Paul Williams to be a person of the highest integrity and unreservedly recommend his services for custom framing, art conservation and restoration.

Donnie Herndon

2021-05

For more than a decade, we have had several items, that while not valuable, were important enough for us to want to display. The thought of having to select frames and matting was intimidating, thus we kept putting this off. Finally, in September, we ventured forth to Buchanan and Kiguel. To our delight, we discovered an incredible selection of frames, kind and knowledgeable assistance, and superior craftsmanship. We could not be happier with our three new works of art. Thank you Paul and Team!

Elise Schleifer

2017-05

I routinely go to Buchanan & Kiguel when I need quality frames for my prints and paintings. For my last project, I received exceptional, personal service, which was above and beyond what I expected. Richard cared about the project I was working on and shared information and resources that helped me improve my current project and will help with future ones.

Karen Knight

2017-05

It is wonderful to have the professional art restoration services they provide right here in Charlottesville! I have had several paintings restored and cleaned and their work is impeccable. I would recommend them highly for their art restoration and guidance for proper framing to suit the piece.

Ed Ingersoll, Sr

2023-08

The best professional art restoration possible, I've worked with Paul Williams for 30 years with old family pastels, oils, watercolors, lithographs & photos and would not trust these personal items with anyone else.

Sue Hess

2017-05

Wonderful staff and beautiful work. They do a great job with needlepoint. I couldn't be happier with how great my needlework looks when I pick it up!

Will

2017-05

Buchanan and Kiguel offer the best picture framing in charlottesville.

Tony DiTolve

2018-05

Outstanding picture framers; the rarest of all, possessing both great service and good taste.

Allen Hudson

2021-05

Great knowledgeable staff and flexible arrangements!