Vintage or heritage?
What’s the difference?
Vintage or heritage? These two terms are frequently used interchangeably, but there a difference in their definitions. As with many words there can be multiple meanings, especially when you consider how they are used and in what context.
In custom framing, heritage generally refers to family history or genealogy, something that is passed down from previous generations, and vintage refers to something that basically means old or antique, something from a previous time.
Heritage
Heritage involves something that is handed down’from the past, such as a sentimental heirloom, tradition, or culture. It evokes a personal tie with history. Heritage can also be an item or a place that brings on a nostalgic feeling of tradition (like a portrait of your great-great-grandmother) or has historical significance (like a World Heritage Site).
Vintage
Vintage is sometimes synonymous with ‘old’ but will frequently be in reference to a specific period of time. One of the most used definitions of vintage is when talking about wine — vintage is the year in which the grapes were harvested. You can own a vintage 60’s outfit or a vintage car from the 30s, or a vintage art deco frame … the importance is more about the era it came from and not the personal connection.
Is it either/or, or can something be both vintage and veritage? Yes! Look at these examples. We think any picture, handwritten note, or cooking tool handed down through the generations is heritage and can be considered heirlooms… but these items are also old and hearken back to a specific time… so they are vintage as well. Vintage or heritage — you make the call.
This is just a sampling of the huge selection of frames possible for heritage or vintage pieces. Let us help you find the perfect one.
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Photo restoration & printing
We all have old pictures that look faded and torn. Many fingers have touched them, or tape and thumbtacks have compromised the quality. Not to worry — we can digitally fix that for you. Ask us how.
We always use archival materials
Because we want your art or heirlooms to survive for a lifetime without change of color, damage from glues, or out-gassing from materials that are not acid-free, we use the very best materials for your projects. We’re happy to tell you all about it.