Antique German Furniture Makers- Abraham and David Roentgen Throughout history, there have been hundreds of notable furniture makers. But if you talk about the history of antique German furniture, there are two most celebrated names that you just can’t miss. These are Abraham Roentgen and David Roentgen. Abraham Roentgen and his son David Roentgen were […]
Biedermeier Commode, South German 1810-20 This early Biedermeier commode has a beautiful cherry wood veneer. Additionally, bird’s eye maple veneer frames the cherry wood veneer of the three drawers, and ebonized, wooden escutcheons decorate them. Historical Background The early 19th-century Biedermeier style marks the transitional period between Neoclassicism and Romanticism. The “Biedermeier” society, in general, […]
How to use Wallpapers in Modern Interior Designs Wallpapers and antique furniture have become the ultimate duo for stylizing contemporary homes. So, if you are looking to buy antiques online, we believe you might want to explore the use of wallpapers in modern interior design too. From florals and geometric to abstract, striped, patterned and […]
Interior Decorations History: How Wallpapers have been used over the years Wallpaper has gone in and out of fashion a number of times since it first came into being. Nevertheless, it plays an important role in the interior decorations history. Nowadays, it’s gaining prominence once again on the home decorating radar. In fact, wallpaper is […]
Interior Design Trends over the Past 50 Years Antique furniture is making a fast comeback in home décor. Are you keeping up with the latest in interior design trends? From everything antique to a mix and match between the old and the new, interior design has changed drastically over the years. Back in the day, […]
Now is the Best Time to Rearrange Your Room “An impact on the environment, whether an imprint or a removal, lifts mood, provides concrete satisfaction, and instills a sense of effectiveness. Inner and outer harmony happens when pieces are placed in a way that makes sense for you.” – Carrie Barron, M.D., “Rearranging Furniture Makes […]
French Art Nouveau Furniture History (1889-1925) The Art Nouveau style emerged in Paris, though some attribute its origins to Wagner in Vienna. Some experts state this period lasted from 1878 to 1905, while others mark it from 1889 to 1925. Art Nouveau became a massively popular style across most of Europe and the United States […]
Empire Furniture History Napoleon’s Rule and Influence Empire furniture arose during the reign of Napoleon Bonaparte over the First French Empire, which lasted from 1804 to 1814. A strong military leader and ruler, Napoleon was intensely aware of the value of the arts as tools for propaganda. He promoted the developing Empire style as he […]
André-Charles Boulle A.C. Boulle was born November 11, 1642, and died February 28th, 1732, in Paris, France. Regarded as one of France’s most prestigious cabinetmakers, his artistry took Europe by storm during the 18th and 19th centuries. As the dominating authority in marquetry (also known as inlay), it is no wonder how he earned the […]
Is There A Difference Between Vintage And Antique? E-commerce stores and antiquing are on an upward climb, so it is only natural that the two come together in online retailers such as Styylish. Online antique shops benefit both antique dealers and collectors because it makes searching for and sharing rare pieces that much easier. It […]