What is a custom base?
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How many objects d own that would
Front Cover: Elephant Prod & Claw-Blade Axe India | Mid 18th C. | Iron
to a picture. Each base – from a flat metal plate to an ust be created specifically for the object. Basing allows an possible light.
do you already benefit from basing? A coin thrown in a drawer, a keepsake hat now relegated to the basement, a memento from a special trip stuck in a closet; there are so many objects, large, small and in-between, made of every conceivable material, each with a story to tell.
There is an art to creating bases.
Snake-Form Currency West Africa | 20th C. | Forged Iron
Even a metal plate used to keep an object from wobbling, must be appropriately sized. Whether made of metal or wood, the best bases minimize their presence and focus attention on the object. Bases must be designed.
Animal Spirit Headdress West africa | 20th C. | Carved & painted wood with iron
Funerary Marker EAST AFRICA | 20TH C. | WOOD
Nepalese Tantric Crown Nepal | Carved Crystal, Coral, turquoise, GOLD, cast brass
Although there may be standard styles and types, there’s no such thing as a standard base. Creating a custom base is not complex - the object is considered, then the base designed and manufactured. Scholar’s Rock CHINA | STONE
Figure of Crouching Tiger INDONESIA | CARVED & PAINTED WOOD
African Miniature Figures Central & West Africa | 19th & 20th C. | cast Bronze
Adornment & Currency Pieces West Africa | 20th C. | Iron & Bronze
Huntsman’s Jacket WEST AFRICA | 20TH C. | COTTON & COWRIE SHELLS
Primitive has years of experience designing and making bases. Now, for the first time we are offering this service publicly. Making a custom base is easy, affordable, and quick - whether for a single piece or a complete collection. Stop in at the store or call for an appointment today.
Ceremonial Sword West Africa | 19th C. | Bronze
We design and manufacture all bases onsite at Primitive.
20% off CUSTOM
Base Sale JUNE 2011
Make an appointment: 312.575.9600 VISIT THE STORE: 130 N. Jefferson St. Chicago, IL 60661 OR FIND US ONLINE: beprimitive.com