In Arcade Gallery · Original Prints & Custom Framing

In Arcade Gallery · Original Prints & Custom Framing Original European antique prints with conservation grade bespoke framing, ready to hang. Custom framing for art & memorabilia.

Fine Art Trade Guild Certified, Ponsonby, Auckland.

The Dialogue of Eras: Integrating Historic Artworks into Contemporary ArchitectureThere is a common hesitation among des...
19/06/2026

The Dialogue of Eras: Integrating Historic Artworks into Contemporary Architecture

There is a common hesitation among design enthusiasts that 18th or 19th-century works, with their natural, time-softened patina, might feel heavy or misplaced within a sharply modern Kiwi home.

On the contrary, the dynamic friction between genuine heritage and contemporary restraint forms one of the most intelligent statements in modern residential design.

Consider an original 19th-century print prepared for an Auckland home. To allow this historical piece to settle seamlessly onto a crisp, contemporary wall, In Arcade Gallery keeps the design choices entirely understated:

Deep-Bevel Cotton Matboards: Creating dimensional breathing room, float-mounted to preserve and celebrate the paper's original, time-matured edges.

Bespoke Contemporary Profiles: Rejecting traditional ornamentation for clean-lined, minimalist profiles that complement the monochromatic palettes of modern spaces—using precision to hold a classical soul.

Museum Glass Upgrade (Premium Option): To counter the harsh New Zealand sun, we offer the choice of 99% UV-Filtering Museum Glass, providing an optical disappearance that shields your asset without a trace of reflection.

We do not deliver raw materials that ask a collector for additional logistics. Each authenticated piece from In Arcade Gallery is a finished statement, fully prepared to hang the moment it enters your room. Placed on your wall, it does nothing more than allow the entire space to settle into a quiet, self-assured calm.

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Gallery & Custom Framing: 61 Mackelvie Street, Ponsonby, Auckland
Archive: www.inarcade.co.nz

The Chemistry of Preservation: The Silent Shield of 100% Cotton Rag MatboardsEvery precious asset brought to In Arcade G...
12/06/2026

The Chemistry of Preservation: The Silent Shield of 100% Cotton Rag Matboards

Every precious asset brought to In Arcade Gallery for bespoke framing—whether it is an authenticated multi-century masterpiece or a deeply sentimental private artifact—deserves a standard of protection that regular commercial framing simply cannot provide.

True discernment is always rooted in the details that remain unseen.

Standard commercial mountboards are derived from wood pulp, which inherently contains lignin. Over the years, this lignin breaks down, generating an acidic micro-environment inside the frame. If you have ever opened an older frame and noticed a brittle, burnt-yellow stain running along the edge of your piece, you are looking at acid burn—an irreversible chemical degradation that severely devalues an archival asset.

To eliminate this long-term risk for our clients' personal collections, our Ponsonby custom framing workshop adheres strictly to internationally certified standards, utilizing exclusively 100% Cotton Rag Matboards.

Composed entirely of pure, naturally pH-neutral cotton fibers, these archival boards remain chemically inert over centuries. They act as an invisible, defensive shield, neutralizing ambient airborne acids and safeguarding the fragile fibers of the historic paper or textile beneath.

Bespoke framing at In Arcade Gallery never relies on superficial ornamentation. We place our craft in the unseen technical discipline that ensures your finest personal collections survive beautifully for the next generation.

📜In Arcade Gallery
Gallery & Custom Framing:61 Mackelvie Street, Ponsonby, Auckland
Archive: www.inarcade.co.nz

The Dialogue of Eras: Integrating Historic Artworks into Contemporary ArchitectureThere is a common hesitation that 18th...
09/06/2026

The Dialogue of Eras: Integrating Historic Artworks into Contemporary Architecture

There is a common hesitation that 18th or 19th-century works, with their natural, time-softened patina, might feel heavy or misplaced within a sharply modern minimalist home.

On the contrary, the dynamic friction between genuine heritage and contemporary restraint forms one of the most intelligent statements in high-end interior design.

Consider an original 19th-century print prepared for an Auckland residence. To allow this historical piece to settle seamlessly into a contemporary space, In Arcade Gallery keeps the design choices strictly understated:

A deep-bevel, acid-free cotton matboard creates dimensional breathing room, float-mounted to preserve and celebrate the paper's original deckled edges.

A bespoke, clean-profile walnut timber frame—using modern lines to hold a classical soul.

Glazed with 99% UV-Filtering Museum Glass, the masterpiece is fully shielded from New Zealand's harsh light waves while eliminating all distracting reflections.

We do not deliver raw materials that ask a collector for additional logistics. Each authenticated piece is a rare marriage of academic heritage and fine decoration, fully prepared to hang the moment it enters your room. Placed on your study or living room wall, it does nothing more than allow the entire space to settle into a quiet, self-assured silence.

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In Arcade Gallery: 61 Mackelvie Street, Ponsonby, Auckland
Archive: www.inarcade.co.nz

✨ What Makes Our Framing Different ✨Most people focus on the artwork itself — but the right frame can completely transfo...
31/10/2025

✨ What Makes Our Framing Different ✨

Most people focus on the artwork itself — but the right frame can completely transform how it lives in your space.

At In Arcade Gallery (Ponsonby, Auckland), we treat every framing project as a new beginning for the artwork — not just something to hang on the wall.

🖼️ Here’s what sets us apart:

Museum- and conservation-grade materials — UV protection, acid-free mountboards, sealed backings.

Fully handcrafted by a Fine Art Trade Guild certified framer in Auckland.

Design-led combinations — from classic timber to sleek aluminium, double mats, fillets, and more.

Care for every budget — because craftsmanship and integrity should never be optional.

Whether it’s a vintage print, a travel photo, or a child’s drawing, we’ll help you preserve and elevate it beautifully.

👉 Explore the difference: https://www.inarcade.co.nz/framing-difference

📍 In Arcade Gallery · Ponsonby, Auckland
Fine Art Framing | Original Antique Prints

✨ Where timeless art meets bespoke craftsmanship.At In Arcade Gallery, we do two things with equal devotion:we curate or...
09/10/2025

✨ Where timeless art meets bespoke craftsmanship.

At In Arcade Gallery, we do two things with equal devotion:
we curate original European antique prints — beautifully framed and ready to hang —
and we craft conservation-quality custom framing for artworks and cherished pieces.

Every frame, every print, every detail reflects our belief
that true elegance is quiet, enduring, and made by hand.

📍 Ponsonby, Auckland
🔗 www.inarcade.co.nz

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Welcome to In Arcade Gallery, located in the heart of Ponsonby, Auckland.We specialize in original European antique prin...
06/10/2025

Welcome to In Arcade Gallery, located in the heart of Ponsonby, Auckland.

We specialize in original European antique prints and bespoke conservation framing, combining heritage craftsmanship with timeless design.

Certified by the Fine Art Trade Guild (UK), every frame and artwork in our gallery reflects the beauty of tradition and the precision of modern conservation standards.

🖼 Visit us to experience the charm of art, history, and handcrafted framing — all under one roof.

📍 In Arcade Gallery · Original Prints & Custom Framing
🔗 www.inarcade.co.nz

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