Arnold Wiggins & Sons Ltd

Arnold Wiggins & Sons are picture framers providing both antique and reproduction frames for Old Master and Modern paintings and works on paper. Wiggins are renowned for their extensive stock of antique frames, craftsmanship and framing advice. The picture frame, as a work of decorative art, enhances the appreciation of a painting, defines its importance and adds context. Wiggins’ framing suggestions are informed by the historically appropriate and visually stimulating. The Wiggins Frame Archive is a valuable resource for researched framing suggestions. Arnold Wiggins & Sons has a long history of craftsmanship. Arnold Wiggins was apprenticed to his grandfather’s East End furniture making business in the late 19th century and both his sons joined him in the business as carvers and gilders. Specialising in Picture Frames in the inter-war years Wiggins built up an enviable stock of frames and a reputation as knowledgeable craftsmen dealers. This tradition is continued by Michael Gregory.