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1930s Onwards
Many designs from the 1930s onwards were bland, with more features being mechanized, central heating becoming widespread and fewer fireplaces being built.Oil, gas or electric heating systems become more popular over the next few decades;the popularity of the open fire … Continue reading
The Modern Age
During the Edwardian period a more conventional approach to design was adopted.A natural progression of the Victorian style overlapped the distinctive Art Nouveau. Influenced by William Morris,Charle Annesley Voysey (1877-1941) developed the picturesque country home style,comfortable, opulent and more acceptable … Continue reading
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Art Nouveau (c.1892-1905)
The life of Art Nouveau was relatively brief,yet it had a strong impact on twentieth century interiors,advancing the modern design movement and creating a truly international style.The foundations of modernism had been laid by William Morris and the Arts and … Continue reading
Victorian marble fireplace
One of the best centrepieces for the living room would be a stunning fireplace. One of the most popular choices remains the Victorian marble tiles. The Victorian fireplace assortment depends a lot on the sophistication of the marble fire surrounds … Continue reading
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Victorian fireplaces
Fireplaces share a legacy that is paramount. Ask any of the collectors of antique pieces and you will know the real worth of a fireplace, especially one belonging to the famed Victorian era. While many of the expert artists today … Continue reading
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Slate Fireplace Surround
A slate fireplace surround forms an integral part of a modern fireplace that is constituted of slate tiles. There are quite a few variations available with fireplace surrounds from rustic to modern or from ornate to simple ones. The area … Continue reading
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Original fireplaces
A fireplace functions as an architectural structure that is used to enclose a fire for heating purpose and historically was used for cooking. Fireplaces have occupied a central position in almost every sophisticated household in the countries having a cold … Continue reading
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Georgian Fireplaces – The Focal Point of a Room
Even nowadays, having a fireplace in your house is a very interesting and eye-catching fact. This is the reason why so many people still enjoy seeing an 18th century Georgian fireplace. The Georgian fireplace is one of the most wonderful … Continue reading
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Edwardian fireplaces – Choosing the Perfect Antique Fireplace
Edwardian fireplaces were made of cast iron throughout the Edwardian epoch. Most of them had a frame made of cast iron on each of its sides and the mantelpiece was made of painted wood. Before the Edwardian epoch, the canopy … Continue reading
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Art nouveau fireplace
Tiles with a deep and glistening glaze, hand-painted and polished to perfection – these are none but the magnificent Art Nouveau tiles. The period of 1910 saw the emergence of this high-quality art of creating such marvellous tiles from the … Continue reading
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