Coastal abstract artist Julia Contacessi (Con-ta-chess-e) studied at Pratt Institute in New York, earning her BFA with honors in 2000. Julia explains her motivation in using color, textures, and compositional movement to create art that drowns out the noise and clutter of the everyday so the viewer can discover a sense of calm escape.
Coastal abstract artist Julia Contacessi (Con-ta-chess-e) studied at Pratt Institute in New York, earning her BFA with honors in 2000. Julia explains her motivation in using color, textures, and compositional movement to create art that drowns out the noise and clutter of the everyday so the viewer can discover a sense of calm escape.
SILENCE IS BLISS II is based on an original painting by independent artist Julia Contacessi.
Art Prints
Giclée printed 100% cotton rag fine art paper
Lightly textured, similar to artist's watercolor paper
310gsm weight
Archival quality
Artwork is printed to the edge
Unframed art prints arrive flat or rolled
Available Framed
Canvas Prints
Giclée printed genuine artist canvas
Subtle matte canvas texture
390gsm weight
Archival quality
Artwork is printed to the edge
Unframed canvas prints arrive unstretched and rolled, ready for stretching or framing
Available Framed
Stretched Canvas
Giclée printed genuine artist canvas
Subtle matte canvas texture
390gsm weight
Archival quality
Stretched onto stretcher bars with a 1 1/2" canvas depth and image-mirrored edges
Available Framed
Acrylic
Framed art prints are protected by a UV-protective shatterproof acrylic
Framed canvas prints and stretched canvas are framed without acrylic, making them our ideal choice for a truly non-reflective surface
Acrylic should be cleaned with a dry or damp cloth. Abrasive and chemical-based cleaners are not recommended
Matting
Framed art prints are available with optional matting in 1 1/2" or 2 1/2" options
Mats are 4-ply, archival quality white
Matting adds to the total size of framed artwork
Framing
Framed artwork arrives ready to hang and display
A kraft dustcover and felt wall protectors are secured to the back of frames
Wire hanging hardware is included and attached to frames
Frames are handcrafted, made from wood and finished with a unique combination of stain, paint, foil, and gilding
More views of our 20+ designer-selected frame styles may be viewed by scrolling down on the product page
Art Prints & Canvas Prints
Please allow 5 business days for the production of your art prints and canvas prints
Once shipped, a tracking number will be sent to your email
Ships in either a flat mailer or rolled and mailed within a tube (larger print sizes)
Likely to ship before the framed artwork in your order
Stretched Canvas & Framed Art
Please allow 8-12 business days for the production of framed artwork
Once shipped, a tracking number will be sent to your email
Framed artwork is shipped as completed and may ship separately
Shipping Details
Shipping is available only within the contiguous U.S. at this time
Shipping is a flat rate of $6.95
Orders over $250 ship free!
Expedited shipping is presently not available
Shipping carriers we may partner with to deliver your order include USPS, UPS, and (less common) FedEx
Refund/Return Policy
Every order is custom made. For that reason all sales are final, and all orders are ineligible for cancellations, refunds, returns, or exchanges.
What if my order arrives damaged?
Thankfully this is very rare! If your artwork arrives damaged or appears in any way incorrect (including quality concerns with the artwork or framing), we will be happy to assist with an artwork repair or replacement. Please contact us via form or email within 7 days of your order's delivery date to notify us of your concern.
It is necessary to have photographs of the entire artwork and the original packaging in order to file any required damage claims and assist with a prompt repair or replacement.
Please retain the artwork and the original packaging until an appropriate repair or replacement is confirmed.
SILENCE IS BLISS II is based on an original painting by independent artist Julia Contacessi.
Art Prints
Giclée printed 100% cotton rag fine art paper
Lightly textured, similar to artist's watercolor paper
310gsm weight
Archival quality
Artwork is printed to the edge
Unframed art prints arrive flat or rolled
Available Framed
Canvas Prints
Giclée printed genuine artist canvas
Subtle matte canvas texture
390gsm weight
Archival quality
Artwork is printed to the edge
Unframed canvas prints arrive unstretched and rolled, ready for stretching or framing
Available Framed
Stretched Canvas
Giclée printed genuine artist canvas
Subtle matte canvas texture
390gsm weight
Archival quality
Stretched onto stretcher bars with a 1 1/2" canvas depth and image-mirrored edges
Available Framed
Acrylic
Framed art prints are protected by a UV-protective shatterproof acrylic
Framed canvas prints and stretched canvas are framed without acrylic, making them our ideal choice for a truly non-reflective surface
Acrylic should be cleaned with a dry or damp cloth. Abrasive and chemical-based cleaners are not recommended
Matting
Framed art prints are available with optional matting in 1 1/2" or 2 1/2" options
Mats are 4-ply, archival quality white
Matting adds to the total size of framed artwork
Framing
Framed artwork arrives ready to hang and display
A kraft dustcover and felt wall protectors are secured to the back of frames
Wire hanging hardware is included and attached to frames
Frames are handcrafted, made from wood and finished with a unique combination of stain, paint, foil, and gilding
More views of our 20+ designer-selected frame styles may be viewed by scrolling down on the product page
Art Prints & Canvas Prints
Please allow 5 business days for the production of your art prints and canvas prints
Once shipped, a tracking number will be sent to your email
Ships in either a flat mailer or rolled and mailed within a tube (larger print sizes)
Likely to ship before the framed artwork in your order
Stretched Canvas & Framed Art
Please allow 8-12 business days for the production of framed artwork
Once shipped, a tracking number will be sent to your email
Framed artwork is shipped as completed and may ship separately
Shipping Details
Shipping is available only within the contiguous U.S. at this time
Shipping is a flat rate of $6.95
Orders over $250 ship free!
Expedited shipping is presently not available
Shipping carriers we may partner with to deliver your order include USPS, UPS, and (less common) FedEx
Refund/Return Policy
Every order is custom made. For that reason all sales are final, and all orders are ineligible for cancellations, refunds, returns, or exchanges.
What if my order arrives damaged?
Thankfully this is very rare! If your artwork arrives damaged or appears in any way incorrect (including quality concerns with the artwork or framing), we will be happy to assist with an artwork repair or replacement. Please contact us via form or email within 7 days of your order's delivery date to notify us of your concern.
It is necessary to have photographs of the entire artwork and the original packaging in order to file any required damage claims and assist with a prompt repair or replacement.
Please retain the artwork and the original packaging until an appropriate repair or replacement is confirmed.
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20+ UNIQUE STYLES
Frames
Each of our handcrafted wood frames is designer-chosen, uniquely finished, and expertly assembled by our small team in the U.S.A.
Framed artwork arrives ready to hang and display in your space.
Gallery Frames
Available in Black, White, Gold, Natural, and Espresso
Classic Gold Frames
A timeless wood frame style leafed and gilded in gold with a subtle satin finish. Narrow: 3/4" width, 1" depth. Classic: 1 1/4" width, 1" depth. Pairs Well With: Wide Classic Gold Frame
Wide Classic Gold Frame
A timeless wood frame leafed and gilded in classic gold with gilding mark details. 2 1/16" width, 1 7/16" depth. Pairs Well With: Classic Gold Frame, Narrow Classic Gold Frame
Classic Silver Frames
A timeless wood frame style which is leafed and gilded in silver with a subtle satin finish. Narrow: 3/4" width, 1" depth. Classic: 1 1/4" width, 1" depth. Pairs Well With: Wide Classic Silver Frame
Wide Classic Silver Frame
A timeless wood frame leafed and gilded in classic silver with gilding mark details. 2 1/16" width, 1 7/16" depth. Pairs Well With: Classic Silver Frame, Narrow Classic Silver Frame
Weathered Gold Panel Frame
A classic Dutch panel frame with gold gilding/leafing and antique patina. 1 9/16" width, 7/8" depth.
Weathered Silver Panel Frame
A classic Dutch panel frame with silver gilding/leafing and antique patina. 1 9/16" width, 7/8" depth.
Gold Panel Frame
A hand leafed and distressed gilded gold wood frame. 1 3/4" width, 1" depth. Pairs Well With: Beaded Gold Frame
Beaded Gold Frame
A hand leafed and distressed gilded gold wood frame. 1 9/16" width, 1 3/16" depth. Pairs Well With: Gold Panel Frame
Gold Bead Black Edged Frame
A statement-making gilded gold beaded wood frame with crackled weathering and black edges. 1 1/4" width, 1 1/8" depth.
Ornate Silver Frame
A substantial wooden frame with historical styling, antique silver leafing, and pewter fluted details. 2" width, 1 1/2" depth.
Detailed Bronze and Silver Frame
An ornate embossed frame with bronze undertones and silver leaf foil detailing. 1" width, 7/8" depth.
Embossed Gold Frame
A detailed and antique-inspired embossed frame gilded in warm, vibrant gold. 1" width, 5/8" depth.
Embossed Warm Silver Frame
A detailed and antique-inspired embossed frame gilded with warm silver to champagne gold tones. 1" width, 5/8" depth.
Versailles Gold Frame
A French-inspired gilded frame with historically accurate 18th century design and antiqued gold leaf. 1 3/16" width, 1" depth. Pairs Well With: Wide Versailles Gold Frame
Wide Versailles Gold Frame
A French-inspired gilded frame with historically accurate 18th century design and antiqued gold leaf. 1 5/16" width, 1 1/16" depth. Pairs Well With: Versailles Gold Frame
Ornate Gold Frame
An antique gold gilded frame with fancy filigree details. 1" width, 2" depth. Pairs Well With: Narrow Ornate Gold Frame
Narrow Ornate Gold Frame
An antique-inspired gilded gold frame with dark gold painted undertones. 3/4" width, 1 3/8" depth. Pairs Well With: Ornate Gold Frame
Narrow Black and Gold Beaded Frame
A classic painted wood frame with subtle vintage inspiration and gold foil bead accents. 3/4" width, 13/16" depth.
Black and Gold Panel Frame
A Dutch black panel frame with gilded gold edges and sides inspired by historical styles. 2 1/6" width, 1 5/8" depth.
Black and Silver Panel Frame
A Dutch black panel frame with gilded silver edges and sides inspired by historical styles. 2 1/6" width, 1 5/8" depth.
Gallery Float Frames
Available exclusively for stretched canvas artwork, these wood frames are available in Black, Espresso, Natural Oak, Gold, and White. Side profiles pictured here. ~2 1/8" depth.
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