Canvas

Anything on canvas typically requires a stretcher bar and the process of stretching. A stretcher bar serves as the supportive frame upon which a canvas is placed, while stretching involves the careful act of pulling the canvas taut and securely affixing it to the frame.

This technique of canvas stretching is a fundamental and essential step in the overall preparation and preservation of canvas-based artwork, ensuring that the piece maintains its intended shape and aesthetics over time.