Shop 16x20 picture frames for photos, posters, prints and artwork in a wide range of molding widths, colors and styles. Choose from modern, classic, ornate and wood-look designs in popular finishes including black, white, gold, silver and brown. Our frames arrive fully assembled with clear protective glazing, backing and hanging hardware, so your 16x20 artwork is ready to display in portrait or landscape orientation. Mats and artwork are sold separately.
A 16x20 frame is a versatile standard size for posters, photographs, art prints, paintings, certificates and wall decor. The listed size refers to the interior opening designed to hold 16-by-20-inch artwork. The complete outside dimensions will be larger and will vary according to the width and design of the molding you select.
Standard frames arrive with backing, clear protective glazing and hanging hardware.
Compare modern, ornate, classic and wood-look profiles in popular finishes.
Many designs are handcrafted and assembled in the USA, with quantity discounts available.
| Quick fact | What to know |
|---|---|
| Interior size | Designed to hold 16x20 artwork without a mat |
| Popular uses | Photos, posters, prints, artwork, certificates and wall decor |
| Orientation | Portrait or landscape, subject to the hardware shown on the product page |
| Included with standard assembled frames | Clear protective glazing, backing and hanging hardware |
| Mat | Sold separately |
| Outside dimensions | Larger than 16x20 and dependent on the selected molding width |
Use a 16x20 frame for a 16x20 print without a mat, or pair it with a separately purchased mat to display smaller artwork. If the artwork itself measures 16x20 and you want a visible mat border, choose a larger frame and a mat with a 16x20 opening.
| Artwork size | Mat choice | Recommended frame |
|---|---|---|
| 16x20 | No mat | 16x20 frame |
| 11x14 | 16x20 outer-size mat with an opening for 11x14 artwork | 16x20 frame |
| 12x16 | 16x20 outer-size mat with an opening for 12x16 artwork | 16x20 frame |
| 16x20 with a visible mat border | Larger outer-size mat with an opening for 16x20 artwork | A larger frame, such as 20x24, depending on the desired border |
A narrow or clean-lined 16x20 wall frame works well with contemporary photography, posters and minimalist decor. Wider moldings create a more substantial presentation for artwork and statement walls, while ornate gold and silver profiles complement traditional, vintage and formal interiors. Review each product's molding width, finish choices and specifications before ordering.
Molding width changes both the appearance and the finished outside dimensions of a 16x20 wall frame. Narrow profiles create a clean, understated look for posters, photography and modern interiors. Medium-width moldings offer a versatile presentation for everyday artwork, offices and gallery walls. Wide and ornate profiles create greater visual impact for formal artwork, traditional rooms and statement displays. Because the exterior measurement varies by design, review the molding width on each product page when planning a gallery wall or fitting the frame into a specific space.
Choose a 16x20 photo frame for portraits, family photographs and professional prints; a clean modern profile for posters and graphic art; or a decorative gold, silver or wood-look frame for artwork and wall decor. Some models can also accommodate canvas or thicker artwork, but allowable depth varies. Always confirm the individual product specifications before ordering a frame for canvas.
Wholesale Arts & Frames has served artists, photographers, galleries, designers, businesses and individual customers since 1995. Our frames are sold fully assembled, and many styles are handcrafted and assembled in the USA. Free shipping and quantity discounts make this collection suitable for a single wall display, a multi-frame project or a large commercial order.
Yes. Sixteen by twenty inches is a widely used standard frame size for photos, posters, prints, artwork, certificates and wall decor.
A 16x20 frame is designed to hold artwork measuring 16 inches by 20 inches. Its outside dimensions are larger because the molding surrounds the artwork; the exact finished size depends on the molding width.
Choose a 16x20 frame when displaying a 16x20 print without a mat. If you want a visible mat border around a 16x20 print, select a larger frame and a compatible mat with an opening sized for the print.
No. Mats are sold separately, allowing you to choose an opening that fits your artwork. A 16x20 outer-size mat can be paired with a 16x20 frame to display smaller artwork, such as an 11x14 or 12x16 print.
Most of our 16x20 frames include hanging hardware suitable for portrait or landscape display. Confirm the hardware and orientation information on the individual product page before ordering.
Our standard assembled picture frames include clear protective glazing, backing and hanging hardware. Mats and artwork are sold separately. Review the individual product page for model-specific materials and specifications.
Some 16x20 frames can accommodate canvas or thicker artwork, but the available depth varies by model. Check the rabbet depth and product specifications before ordering; canvas floater frames remain a separate product type.
Choose a narrow or modern profile for posters and contemporary photography, a medium-width profile for versatile everyday framing, or a wide ornate design for traditional artwork and a more substantial statement.
Compare 16x20 frames by molding width, style, color and finish.