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Shadowbox Wall Art
Shadowbox Wall Art at Adore the Decor
Shadowbox wall art places artwork inside a deep frame so it casts real shadows on the wall. Designs include hand painted ceramic blooms, minimalistic veiled vistas, abstract curvy shapes, parrots, seahorses, crabs and garden motifs, framed in light brown, silver, white or black, including square formats and trios.
Mix one into a wall of framed wall art or pair it with abstract wall art. Tip: hang shadowboxes where side light from a window or lamp can catch their depth.
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Styling shadowbox art
The appeal of a shadowbox is depth, so placement and lighting decide how it looks.
- Light from the side: a window or sconce beside the piece casts shadows that bring out the layers.
- Hang at eye level: center the shadowbox about 57 to 60 inches from the floor so the dimension is visible.
- Trios: space three pieces 2 to 3 inches apart in a row over a sofa or bed.
- Narrow walls: a single square shadowbox fills a slim space beside a doorway.
Because shadowboxes stand off the wall, use two hooks or a cleat for heavier pieces so they hang level and do not tilt forward. Dust the glass or frame edges with a microfiber cloth, and avoid hanging them in humid bathrooms where moisture can collect inside.
To mix depth with flat art, see gallery wall layouts. Coastal pieces sit well beside coastal wall art.
Shadowbox wall art places artwork inside a deep frame so it casts real shadows on the wall. Designs include hand painted ceramic blooms, minimalistic veiled vistas, abstract curvy shapes, parrots, seahorses, crabs and garden motifs, framed in light brown, silver, white or black, including square formats and trios.
Mix one into a wall of framed wall art or pair it with abstract wall art. Tip: hang shadowboxes where side light from a window or lamp can catch their depth.
