We have introduced a fun new series of posts to acquaint you with a few of our favorite men named Louis. No, not Louis Vuitton, Louis Armstrong - or even Louis Bardo Bullock, Sandra Bullock’s adorable new baby! We want to talk about the differences among Louis XIII, Louis XIV, Louis XV and Louis XVI styles of French furniture. Before you can truly distinguish... [Read more...]
Don’t know a Bergère from a Fauteuil? Wouldn’t know Ormolu from your neighbor Emmy Lou? Our Word of the Week will help you sound like a pro! Chinoiserie Pronunciation: (shēn wäz-rē) -noun French in origin Chinoiserie, a French term signifying "Chinese-esque", refers to a recurring theme that reflects Chinese artistic influences. It... [Read more...]
Loading ...