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Chinese Chippendale Dining Room Chairs

Admin — Fri, 31 Jul 2009 22:56:25 +0000

In 1754 a book was published in London and called "The Gentleman and Cabinet-Maker’s Director" where cabinet maker Thomas Chippendale was by far some of the best designs listed. Chippendale's designs fall into three main styles: Gothic, Rococo, and Chinese. Thomas Chippendale blended all these style elements into unified designs. The term "chippendale" refers to English furniture of the 1750s and ’60s with a particular Rococo edge. Today chippendale chairs have gained popularity again, often seen in bright painted colors for whimsical and modern looks. (Read More.....)

French Country Dining Room Chairs

Admin — Fri, 31 Jul 2009 21:10:38 +0000

Many couples choose the french country look because it combines the comfort styles of the English country home, while adding some softer colors and whimsical details. Many french country sideboards and buffet tables are being re-purposed in new ways as flat screens take up less room, and entry ways are bigger accommodating larger storage pieces. The "shabby chic" gal who is willing to put in the extra time painting a vintage buffet is spending less money and getting more bang for their dollar. The 1950s was a time period where many french inspired rococo and Louis furniture was mass produced. Today, most of those pieces are again coming out of grandmas home and making their way into the thrift stores and ebay where a person can pick up that french piece, and work it into their decor and it looks up to date. Check out some of the natural wood french country looks, as well as my painted site to get more ideas on a possible furniture make over. (Read More.....)

Louis XVI Rounded Dining Chairs

Admin — Fri, 31 Jul 2009 19:09:11 +0000

Louis XVI style fell between 1774–1793, which was at the time the tale end of Rococo and the beginning of Neoclassicism. Neoclassicaism was reflected in the architecture, painting, and sculptures, so the styles gravitated towards something opposite than the ornate rococo. Louis XVI chairs are often oval, rectangular or shield form. The cabriole legs of the Louis XV had been replaced with straight legs and are fluted legs imitating the columns of ancient Rome. Most of the furniture and chests were retangular, or square than the obvious curves such as the Bombe chests of Louis XV. (Read More.....)