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Frinton frames/large swepts

Post by pichousepreston »

Hi

Does anyone know if Frinton frames are still around, my email bounced back and nothing when I ring?

Can anybody recommend someone to make 2 very large swept frames, 7 x 5 feet?

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Post by Timh »

hi Yes Me!

call me on 01743 245975

we make authentic swept frames using original Victorian moulds

if you PM me I can e mail you with a few images
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Good to know, got a link?

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Re: Frinton frames/large swepts

Post by ChrisG »

Frinton I believe are located next to Wessex in Lymington (I think Frinton are owned by Wessex but I could be wrong). Might be worth giving Wessex a call 01590 681681)
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Post by prospero »

You want http://www.frintongallery.co.uk/. Who are actually in Frinton. Frinton Frames are a sort of offshoot I think - hence the name despite being based n the West Country.

Don't let me put you off trying Tim's stuff. :P
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Post by Abacus »

I think

Frinton frames
Frinton mouldings
Wessex pictures
Wessex mouldings
Glass and mirror

Are all owned by a.l.younger. But all operate pretty independently.
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FYI Frinton mouldings & Wessex nothing to do with Frinton frames, spoke to Chris today.

Thanks for reply Tim, I will message you.
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Who remembers Freddie Frinton?

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I remember Freddie Frinton and Thora Herd. I can't remember what the TV show was called, but he always had a broken cigarette in his mouth when he was acting as drunk. Only those of us of a certain age will remember Freddie Frinton, but some of us are showing our age!
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Post by Timh »

note to Dave- I have sent a PM to you

Frinton Gallery have nothing to do with the Wessex Group. Frinton mouldings was a spin off trade operation of the former Midas Mouldings which A.L.Younger aka Wessex, took over.
Frinton Gallery was taken over by their accountants son about 10 years ago (or about). The original owner had heart trouble and sold off the firm.

Kingswood should be doing an article in Art Business Today about Victorian Frames in September hopefuly. will keep all posted

very best and hope trade is good for all of you
Tim
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