Rare Prints Gallery

12/22/2021

We will be closed from Friday, December 24th through Monday, January 3rd. Please reach out if you have any last-minute Christmas needs. Happy Holidays from Rare Prints Gallery! 🎄🎄🎄

11/24/2021

We will be closed tomorrow, November 25th, for Thanksgiving. We hope everyone has a great holiday with their loved ones! 🦃🦃🦃

11/04/2021

Mystery Art Leage |

Not only will we be open tomorrow night for Franklin Art Scene, but we are featuring a piece for the . We would love to show you some new things in the gallery and help you on your puzzle solving hunt! If you have any questions about Mystery Art League, visit the website below! 🕵️‍♀️🕵️‍♀️🕵️‍♀️

Mystery Art League Mysteries are a Locked Door. Art is the Key. Ready To Play? What is the Mystery Art League? Throughout time, art has been a method of communication. It invited us to reflect on the world around us, dangled hints about the life of its creator, and offered us insights related to the...

10/15/2021

Now is the time to start thinking about holiday gifts! If you are looking to get that very special, custom print or framing at Rare Prints Gallery, now is the time to look. With supply and demand we want to make sure we have enough time to get you the perfect present for your loved one. Soon it will be too late! 🎅🎅🎅

07/01/2021

Tomorrow is the return of ! 🎉🎉🎉We will be featuring some of our new items in the gallery so swing by for a glass of wine!

05/12/2021

🎉🎉Have you heard? Franklin Art Scene is coming back!!! We will be open 6-9pm on July 2nd for the return of the art crawl We have some great new things to show everyone! 🎉🎉

05/07/2021

In 1914, the exchange rate of the German mark to the American dollar was about 4.2 to one, Nine years later, it was 4.2 TRILLION to one. Workers brought wheelbarrows, sacks, and suitcases to work to collect their pay. Swing by the gallery to see a 500 million mark and learn more about hyperinflation! 💸💸💸

04/16/2021

Two framed archival reproductions from the same series. One exact reproduction in a classic frame. The other is a digitally edited reproduction in a more contemporary frame. No matter the series, we can fit your aesthetic! Which do you like more? ☀️☀️☀️

03/24/2021

Are you not sure if your etching is an original or digital reproduction? A great identification technique is taking a magnifying glass and looking closely at the image. If it is a true etching, you'll notice the lack of dots in the picture unlike in photos or images that come from a printing press. 🖌🖌🖌

03/18/2021

Joan of Arc's Legacy - RP Gallery

Have you ever wondered how stained glass is made? The process takes a large amount of precision, but the first step is a general drawing. We have some great stained glass preparatory drawings in the shop, but a favorite is our Joan of Arc. Check out or blog to learn more about this drawing and where the stained glass still stands today!🌟✏️🌟

Have you ever wondered how stained glass is made? The process takes a large amount of precision, but the first step is a general drawing. We have some great stained glass preparatory drawings in the shop, but a favorite is our Joan of Arc.   Clayton and Bell was a world-renowned stained gla ...

03/11/2021

These unique botanicals were created by Sarah Rhodes, an amateur botanical artist in 1804-1805. She employed the use of both watercolors and gouache on vellum to produce images that are light and flowery yet solid. They have been passed down through the family preserved in an album.🌺🌸🌼

02/25/2021

This is from Dr. Ludwig Glaser's "Life and Peculiarities in the Middle and Lower Animal World. First Division Amphibians, Fish, and Arthropods." This first edition was published in Leipzig, Germany c.1870. There are so many creatures in one etching. What is your favorite part? 🐠🐙🐟

02/19/2021

Rare Prints Gallery will open until 4pm today. We will resume regular hours tomorrow! Have a great snowy day ❄❄❄

02/17/2021

We will remain closed today due to weather conditions. If anyone has any questions, feel free to email [email protected] and we will get back to you! We hope everyone is staying safe and warm! ❄️❄️❄️

02/16/2021

Due to the weather, we will be closed today. We will re-open tomorrow. We hope every stays safe and warm! ☃️☃️☃️

02/12/2021

Traditional Woodblock Printing by a Master - RP Gallery

Woodblock is one of the earliest printing methods dating as early as 220 AD. The practice originated in China as stamps and seals for official documents. Woodblock techniques were widely used in East Asia, but slowly moved west and became popular with artists and printmakers like Albrecht Durer. The area where woodblocks remain the most popular is Japan. Check out our blog to see how these traditional pieces are still produced or swing by the shop to see some in person! 🌟🌟🌟

"Japanese Courtesans" c.1918 Hand Colored Woodblock Print Woodblock printing is one of the earliest printing methods dating as early as 220 AD. The practice originated in China as stamps and seals for official documents. Woodblock techniques were widely used in East Asia, but slowly mo ...

02/04/2021

Check out this amazing piece of civil war history! We just mounted this 1864 Civil War gun and placed it in a plexiglass box. This local family heirloom is now safe and will be on display for many generations! 👀👀👀

01/14/2021

See Costumes from an Early 20th Century Opera - RP Gallery

Fay-Yen-Fah was an extravagant Opera written and composed by Templeton Crocker and Joseph Redding. The two turned to H.J. Stowitts, also known as “America’s First Ambassador of International Culture,” to create the costumes and sets. The Opera premiered in 1925. Stowitts then created lithographs from his creations that were published as a series in Paris in 1928. Click the link below to see more from this incredible series! 🎭🎭🎭

Lithographs from the 1928 publishing of Fay- Yen-Fah by H.J. Stowitts   Originally titled Land of Happiness, Fay-Yen-Fah was an extravagant Opera written and composed by Templeton Crocker and Joseph Redding. The two turned to H.J. Stowitts, also known as “America’s First Ambassador of I ...

01/06/2021

We are open! Stop by our gallery anytime during our regular hours to see what is new or get your holiday gift framed! Don't forget to ask about our Collier's covers! 🌟🌟🌟

12/29/2020

Just a reminder that we are closed for the holidays but our gallery will re-open on January 5th! 🤩🤩🤩

12/25/2020

Merry Christmas from all of us at Rare Prints Gallery! We hope everyone has an amazing Christmas and New Years! ⛄😁⛄

12/22/2020

Rare Prints Gallery will be closed Christmas Eve through January 4th. We will open back up to our normal hours Tuesday January 5th! We look forward to seeing everyone after the holidays! 🎄🎄🎄

12/17/2020

Do you need a last minute Christmas gift? Our readymade poster frames can fit any of our custom archival reproduction posters! We will be open until December 23rd for your Christmas gift needs! 🎁🎁🎁

12/10/2020

This Saturday is your last chance to place your custom framing order for Christmas! Stop by the shop and we will help select the perfect frame for your 🎁⛄️🎁

12/05/2020

If you want for your Christmas gifts, our deadline to place orders is December 12th! Be sure to come by this week for any last minute Christmas framing. 🎁🎁🎁

12/02/2020

Tips to Make Your Framing Unique - RP Gallery

Framing an artwork can be a very intimidating subject. Here at Rare Prints, we have seen or created almost any type of frame to make sure an artwork reaches its full potential. If you would like some tips to make your framing unique and catch the eye without overpowering an artwork, take a look at our latest blog! 🖼👀🖼

The framing of an artwork can be an intimidating subject. Here at Rare Prints, we have seen or created almost any type of frame to make sure an artwork reaches its full potential. When the sky is the limit, framing can be a little more intimidating. Everyone wants the best concept for their par ...

11/27/2020

We are offering 25% off all custom framing! Stop by our gallery TODAY to support our small business and get a great deal! 🖼🤩🖼

11/25/2020

This we are offering 25% off all custom framing! Stop by our gallery on November 28th to support our small business and get a great deal! 🖼🤩🖼

11/23/2020

Our gallery will be closed this Thursday the 26th and Friday the 27th for Thanksgiving. We will Reopen on Saturday for Small Business Saturday where we will offer 25% off custom framing. We hope everyone has a fun and safe holiday! 🦃🦃🦃

10/30/2020

Photos from Downtown Franklin's post

10/13/2020

It may seem too soon, but right now is the perfect time to b start thinking about getting an art, print, or frame related holiday gift! As the season progresses it tends to put a bit more pressure on the art industry and tight turnaround times for last minute ideas can either cost more or might not even be possible. If you would like to get one of our prints framed, now is the time!

10/07/2020

Tips for Framing your Historic Print - RP Gallery

After purchasing a historical print, the next task is displaying the piece while still properly preserving it. Historic prints are an investment as well as a form of decor. Read our blog for some tips to get the best framing for your artwork! 🖼🖼🖼

After purchasing a historical print, the next task is displaying the piece while still properly preserving it. The great thing about prints is that most retain, or increase in value if they are properly cared for. Historic prints are an investment as well as a form of decor. Here are some tips t ...

08/26/2020

Take a Look at our Archival Reproduction Capabilities - RP Gallery

Though we specialize in original prints, archival reproductions are a phenomenal alternative. Not only are you getting a rare image at a reduced price, but you have the capabilities to edit the piece to your specifications. We can change size, color, materials and even edit images. Click the link to learn how the sky's the limit with our prints!🤩🤩🤩

Though we specialize in original prints, archival reproductions are a phenomenal alternative. Not only are you getting a rare image at a reduced price, but you also have the capabilities to edit the piece to your specifications. Our cutting edge scanner uses the finest of German optics. Sounds f ...

06/30/2020

We will be closed Saturday, July 4th in honor of Independence Day. We hope everyone has a great weekend!🤩🤩🤩