This is a matte finish aluminum panel. The shadow mounting system allows the artwork to float off the wall with a 1/2 inch space between the wall and the panel. this is ready to hang on your wall. no framing is needed. Brilliant colors and image clarity with UV and scratch resistance. Stephaine Kiker is a wonderful artist. This is one of her mermaid designs on a Aluminum wall panel 11 x 14 We also have switchplates, cutting boards, coasters, change purses, and ornaments by this great artist.