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Posts under ‘Furnishings’
Contemplative Elegance
Reflections on Mirrored Furnishings
Although we don’t carry a large number of mirrored pieces I have always had a great appreciation for the finer examples.
Mirrored furniture dates back to the latter part of the 12th Century and it was Venetians (before the Renaissance) who mastered the art of applying mirror to furnishings.
Lured to France by members of King Louis [...]
Serenity Now!
I love making “habitats” of empty spaces, beginning with floors, walls and ceilings.
This once dreary nook was transformed immediately by adding a golden and textured finish to the walls. The deep red base color in the antique rug complemented the gold perfectly, and the space radiated warmth.
The grandfather clock is so unusual. It reminds me [...]
Galuchat Encore!
Is it any wonder that in the Roaring ’20s shagreen was classic Art Deco chic? Also known as sharkskin (though made almost exclusively with stingray since the 19th Century) shagreen clutch bags and compacts were the height of fashion and considered luxury items.
This white shagreen bench is the latest piece from one of our favorite [...]
Mother of Pearl Inlay
Mother of Pearl inlay, also known as luodian, originated in China during the Song dynasty (960-1279) and the technique was soon used throughout Asia.
These particular pieces were created by artisans in India. The light base color is rare (dark colors are standard for this style) and the detail is extraordinary.
I would be tempted to use [...]
Ottoman w/ Antique Rug Upholstery
Ottomans originated in the East but have been a fixture in the West since the 1700s. They come in all shapes and sizes now but are usually the width of a single seat. Until the 18th Century, however, they were always long.
Today many would consider this ottoman a bench or even a divan, but technically [...]
Orange You Glad We’re Eclectic?
Ottomans are an invaluable part of any design project for reasons of both form and function. Who doesn’t like to put their feet up after a long day?
I grabbed this unique orange ottoman the minute I saw it. Not only is it comfortable (and surely durable), but the polished nickel nail heads and criss-cross mahogany [...]
