The Art of Interior Decoration by Emily Burbank;Grace Wood
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CHAPTER III. HOW TO DETERMINE CHARACTER OF HANGINGS AND
FURNITURE-COVERING FOR A GIVEN ROOM Silk, velvet, corduroy, rep, leather, use of antique silks, chintz.--When and how used. CHAPTER IV. THE STORY OF TEXTILES Materials woven by hand and machine, embroidered, or the combination of the two known as Tapestry.--Painted tapestry.--Art fostered by the Church.--Decorated walls and ceilings, 13th century, England. CHAPTER V. CANDLESTICKS, LAMPS, FIXTURES FOR GAS AND ELECTRICITY, AND SHADES Fixtures, as well as mantelpiece, must follow architect's scheme.--Plan wall space for furniture.--Shades for lights.--Important as to line and colour. CHAPTER VI. WINDOW SHADES AND AWNINGS Coloured gauze sash-curtains.--Window shades of glazed linen, with design in colours.--Striped canvas awnings. CHAPTER VII. TREATMENT OF PICTURES AND PICTURE FRAMES |
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