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Articles and Products of History
18th Century Interior
Design
The years of 1715-1774 became known as the Louis XV Style of interior
design. This type of interior design was noted for its free curves, uses
of ornaments, and fine detail. The Rococo style of the 18th century was
known for outstanding craftsmanship. Special details were placed upon
the ensemble which allowed sculptors and painters the opportunity to take
part in decorating these fine furniture pieces.
It was customary in the 18th century for high society to have two different
sets of furniture for their home, or homes. One set was used for winter,
the other for summer. The type of woods that were brought in for special
pieces may include: violet, lemon tree, or tulip. Marble was also imported
and used on elegant pieces. Lighter tinted woods were the rage.
The Louis XV style of interior design was known for its smaller rooms
that provided a more cozy atmosphere to guests and family. The furniture
pieces that were placed in these rooms were considered works of art, and
the use of tinted wood, marquetry, and lacquer panels were common. The
colors of textiles and paints during this time were soft, and not over
powering. Slenderness of furniture was the key. It allowed for a quality
of gracefulness to spring forth. Straight lines were the rage, as well
as giving symmetry to a room. Ornamentation of furniture was delicate,
as was the color of paints. This was a period when pomp gave way to grace
in architecture and interior design. The premise being to lighten the
effects of heavy furniture through color and textiles. By doing so, this
is a period of interior design when the craftsmen of the furniture worked
hand in hand with the painters and sculptor of the day.
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