Chinese Chippendale Elle Decor Designer Suzani

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 [...]]]>

Chinese Chippendale Elle Decor Designer Suzani

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.

Chinese Chippendale Chair

Many couples choose the french country because of their softer details.  French furniture has always been considered high end, and quite formal.  Traditional french chairs are often paired with silky fabric such as brocade, and gilt wood finishes.  While classic french furniture is very formal, french country styles on [...]]]>

French Country Dining Room Chairs From Decor Pad

Many couples choose the french country because of their softer details.  French furniture has always been considered high end, and quite formal.  Traditional french chairs are often paired with silky fabric such as brocade, and gilt wood finishes.  While classic french furniture is very formal, french country styles on the other hand are often less serious.  They have the beautiful frames that are seen with classic french furniture, but are paired with cotton fabrics, and linens giving it a lived in feel.

Baroque/ Louis XVI Chairs Peter M. Trapolin Interior Design by Alexa Hampton

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 [...]]]>

Baroque/ Louis XVI Chairs Peter M. Trapolin Interior Design by Alexa Hampton

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.

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