MiniArt Supply
SURFACES
(10% discount on orders of $100 or more)

Ivorine
S1, 5-3/4 x 7-7/8" - $8.50
S1-810, 8 x 10" - $22
S1-1012, 10 x 12" - $25
S1-1620, 16 x 20" - $65

Synthetic ivory painting surface for oils, watercolors, and acrylics.

• Translucent, off-white.
• Used for painting miniatures for 100+ years and proved to be a reliable surface.
• Can be mounted on acid-free foam core. Use 3-M Photo-Mount or 3-M Vac-U-Mount spray adhesive. These adhesives have been age-tested on Ivorine without adverse effects; other adhesives may chemically interact with the Ivorine.
• Store in a climate-controlled environment under a weight such as a heavy book. Do not hang in direct sunlight. Tendency to bow and warp if subjected to extreme heat.
• Either side can be used as painting surface.
• Thickness - .03" (.76mm)
• Sold in sheet sizes noted to left. (sample available on request)
  
  
• For info on the manufacturing process of ivorine, click here.
  
  
• For general characteristics on ivorine & polymin, see below.

Polymin
S2 & S3, 5-3/4 x 8" - $9
S2 or S3-812, 8 x 11-1/2" - $19
S2 or S3-1216, 12 x 16" - $38
     (12x16 discont'd but some left)

Synthetic ivory painting surface for oils, watercolors, and acrylics.

• Translucent, ivory color (S2) and white (S3).
• Surface-treated plastic.
• Used in archival applications for 40+ years without degradation.
• Dimensionally stable, chemically resistant.
• Dull side recommended as painting surface, although either side can be used.
• Ivory color has been color matched to antique ivory.
• White is well suited for bright landscapes and seascapes.
• Sold in sheet sizes noted to left. (sample available on request)
  
  
• For general characteristics on ivorine & polymin, see below.

Ivorine and Polymin - general characteristics:

• Can be cut to size with scissors.
• Ready to use with any media.
• Non-absorbent.
• Avoid fingerprints on surfaces, especially if water-based paints are used. Greasy or oil spots will prevent paint from adhering; wash with dish soap before use if necessary.
• If surface is too glossy for your particular artwork, gently rub with fine-grain sanding film (see Misc. page); also use sanding film between layers of paint for a smoother look.
• Can be framed under glass with a mat (any media), but needs a firm backing and should be fastened firmly in frame. Oils can be framed under glass since these surfaces do not need to "breathe" like canvas.

Avon Smooth
S4A - $3
*or 10 for $18
($2 savings)

Fiber-based paper card for watercolors and acrylics.

• Opaque, pure white, excellent smooth painting surface.
• Heavy card, 385gsm (142lb), acid free.
• Resistant to distortion due to moisture absorption, easy to cut with scissors, stable, rigid, semi-absorbent.
• Either side can be used as painting surface.
• Can also be used as rigid backing for Ivorine, Polymin, or photographs.
• Sold in 6" x 8" sheet, or 10 for $18. (sample available on request)

Shikishi Board
S9 - $5
S9F - $20 (Frames)

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Shikishi boards for water-based mediums and ink.

• High quality paper mounted on board, trimmed in gold.
• Often used for sumi-e, calligraphy, and signature boards.
• Available in white, creme, silver, and gold.
• 4.7 x 5.3" (12 x 13.5 cm), 2mm thick.

Shikishi board frames.

• Decorative frames for shikishi board display
• Burgundy/gold or green/gold
• Also trimmed in gold like the boards
• 8 x 7"

Fine quality calfskin for oils, watercolors, and acrylics.

• Manufactured by same method for 200 years.
• Made to simulate ivory.
• Thickness - .02" (.5mm)
• Sold in 5" x 7" sheet. (sample available for $8 - 2-1/2" x 3-1/2")

Adhesive-backed card.

• Opaque white.
• Lightweight card, 250gsm, acid free.
• Provides reflective backing and rigidity to art work.
• Adhesive is permanent so art work cannot be repositioned.
• Peel thin paper from the matte side of card to expose adhesive.
• Sold in 6" x 8" sheet.

Art Board
S6 - $2 or 5 for $9


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Gessoed art board for oils, watercolors, acrylics, pastels, chalk, pencils, and pen/ink.

• Opaque, pure white.
• Smooth-faced, double-primed, acid free and ready to paint.
• Good for rub-out painting techniques.
• Thickness - 1/8" (3.5mm)
• Price: 4" x 6" & smaller - $2/each, or 5 for $9.
  *Can be cut to any size, as small as 2x2". Call for quote on larger sizes.
• See Frames page, "Decorative Frames," for frame with gessoed art board offer.

Piano Keys
PKA - $5
PKB - $12
PKT - $3


  PKA  PKB    PKT
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Antique ivory piano keys, polished. (sizes may vary slightly)

• Legal in U.S.
• PKA, Head Standard, 7/8" x 1-7/8"
• PKB, Head Jumbo, 5/8" x 3-7/8"
• PKT, Tail, 1/2" x 4"

Porcelain Inserts
Glazed (one is bisque)

Oval
S-GO218 - $3
S-BO218 - $2 (bisque)
S-GO134 - $3
S-GO112 - $3
S-MC6781 - $2
S-MC6682 - $2

Round
S-GR2 - $3
S-GR134 - $2

Porcelain Items
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MC4126 Bookmark, 4-3/8x1-1/8 - $6
MC4702 Scalloped edge brooch,
    1-7/8 round - $5
MC6199 Oval brooch, 2-1/2x1-5/8 - $5
MC6364 Palette brooch, 1-7/8x1-3/8 - $5
MC6319 Oval pendant w/metal rim,
   1-3/4x1-1/2 - $6
MC5546 Lg box, 2-1/4Wx1-1/4D - $6
MC4201 Sm box, 1-1/4Wx1/2D - $4

Porcelain Settings
See these metal settings on Frames page; some come in both gold & silver.
Also, try ivorine, polymin, or another thin surface and cut to size to fit in a pendant/brooch setting.

For S-GO112 (1-1/2 x 1-1/8)
FNA117 brooch/pendant - $6
FNA150 pendant - $6
FE45650 brooch/pendant - $7
FPJC74 pendant - $6
FPJC70 pendant - $8

For S-MC6781 (1 x 11/16)
FE45651 brooch- $8
FPJC84 pendant - $8
FE45505 pendant - $3
FE45905 pendant - $8

For S-MC6682 (5/8 x 7/16)
FE45104 pendant - $6
FE45640 pendant - $3
FE45661 pendant - $7

For S-GO134 (1-3/4 x 1-1/2)
FB22E frame - $33
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Settings for S-GO112, porcelain oval

Bone Boxes
(cow bone)
Interesting surface for
painting or scrimshaw

MiniArt Supply, 301-977-2190, nancy@miniartsupply.biz