Since 1983.

Richard Ziello thought making picture frames would be easy. One day in 1983 he stumbled into Andre Emmerich Gallery with some scrappy wood and aluminum samples, and had his first order of frames waiting for him on the answering machine when he got home. For the rest of the 80s, Richard developed his abilities and roster of galleries, including Emmerich, Castelli, and Knodler. Artists Helen Frankenthaler, Larry Poons, Richard Diebenkorn and more joined his list of clients as well.

Richard took a framing hiatus when the art market crashed in the early 90s and temporarily shifted into contemporary furniture. When he returned to framing the New York Times described him as a “rogue aesthetician” with a “couture approach”, demonstrating his impact on both the art world and framing industry. Richard fused relationships and craftsmanship to build a legacy that still stands at Ziello today.

Richard’s first born Marlon started framing as a student at MICA and the two competed for business for a decade until they decided to merge in 2013. Shortly after, the business truly became a family affair when Marlon’s younger sister Faren joined the team. The sibling duo took Ziello over from their father in 2017 when it was time for Richard to retire.

At the end of 2020, Marlon and Faren acquired Gerlach Frames, a business their father collaborated with since they were kids. They built out a new shop on the edge of Bed-Stuy and Crown Heights and the Ziello team grew from 6 to 30. Ziello continues to craft the best frames New York City has to offer with decades of experience and 30 hearts of gold.

Rest in peace Richard Ziello, 1951-2023.