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Antiqued Furniture For The Shabby Chic Look
For a piece of furniture to be categorised as a genuine antique it should be at least a hundred years old.However, many people are keen to create a domestic setting using antique styles without having to pay the prices required for the genuine article! Obviously, antique or modern reproductions of antique furniture will only fit well in period homes.It’s here where the rest of the architecture and décor will complete the look owners of Edwardian, Victorian or even older properties want to achieve.
French antique styles remain very popular in oak, walnut and ebony. During the rule of King Louis XIII, French furniture became much more extravagant making extensive use of scrolls and shell carvings as well as expensive upholstery.Most modern reproduction French antique style furniture is inspired by this classic Louis style. Chateau furniture is a range that encapsulates this opulence, using hand carved details and an antique ivory painted finish to deliver what’s been described as a “shabby chic” effect.White painted furniture of any kind also has that air of slightly ruffled elegance. Belgravia is a good example of white painted furniture that has that ineffable style but is also good value for money.Even though it’s made from pine and mdf, the lightly distressed effect still creates a sense of decadence on a budget.
Although they may be ornate, these furniture items are still highly functional and with a range of dressers, sideboards and display cabinets they can establish a complete décor appropriate to their surroundings. English antique styles are also commonly copied or reproduced with the Rococo style furniture made by Thomas Chippendale being among the most popular.However, in the realm of shabby chic, it’s the distressed elegance of the French style that still counts.There’s no doubt that although the look works in almost every room in an appropriate house, the bedroom is where French countryside charm works best.
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Red Joan of Arc French Toile Small Serving Bowl This lovely bowl just feels right in your hand, the quality can be felt just as easily as it can be seen. The attractive square shape will be perfect for individual service (soup or stew) or for table service of side dishes! It features a stunning Joan D’Arc French Toile design perfectly rendered against the antique white background. The hallmark is a large shield flanked by a pair of lions, each … |
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Fine English Bone China Teapot – Thistle Chintz – Made in England $49.95 No one makes fine bone china like England makes fine bone china! I just love the shape of this elegant teapot… so well balanced, it is a dream to pour from. And the bone china is so light and delicate. This beauty features a stunning Celtic thistle chintz design perfectly set against the white fine bone china background. The large lid covers a wide opening, perfect for ease of excellent tea maki… |
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Red Joan of Arc French Toile Pitcher $32.95 This lovely pitcher just feels right in your hand, the quality can be felt just as easily as it can be seen. It features a vintage french toile Joan of Arc design perfectly rendered against the antique white background. The hallmark is a large shield flanked by a pair of lions, each with a flag, standing on their hind legs. It features an open work base and a fluted top edge. It stands 9″ tall and… |
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Victorian Pink Rose Hand Mirror Elegant (double sided) $14.00 This elegant rose hand mirror features a double-sided mirror, one with magnification. It is decorated with beautiful miniature roses. Made of polyresin and adorned with crystals. 7.25″ L x 3″ W x 0.8″deep… |
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Victorian Brush Holder – Pink Cameo – FREE Make Up Brushes Included! This elegant vanity holder is made of wire, beads, resin cameo and brocade. Brushes in the picture are included in the kit. Perfect for Victorian or vintage style dresser. Holder measures 4.5″H x 3″W. It comes in a presentable gift box…. |
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Victorian Brush Holder – Beige Cameo – FREE Make Up Brushes Included! This elegant vanity holder is made of wire, beads, resin cameo and brocade. Brushes in the picture are included in the kit. Perfect for Victorian or vintage style dresser. Holder measures 4.5″H x 3″W. It comes in a presentable gift box…. |
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Vintage Style Glass Knobs ~ Shabby Chic Cabinet Knob ~ Crystal Glass Drawer Pulls ~ Oval Style ~ Set of 4 $13.00 This set of Victorian era reproduction glass knobs and/or drawer pulls are new but have that shabby, vintage, romantic, chic look we all love. They are the perfect size for any dresser, cabinet, drawer, or to dress up your craft projects. We normally have a large quantity on hand to satisfy your requirements. The knob is 1.5″ wide by 1″ long and comes with a 1″ silver screw. The metal inside the g… |
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Vintage Style Glass Cabinet Drawer Knob Eclectic, Set of 6 $15.95 This set of Victorian era reproduction glass knobs and/or drawer pulls are new but have that shabby, vintage, romantic, chic look we all love. They are the perfect size for any dresser, cabinet, drawer, or to dress up your craft projects. We normally have a large quantity on hand to satisfy your requirements. The knob is 1 3/8″ wide by 1″ long and comes with a 1″ silver screw. The metal inside the… |
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Vintage Style Glass Knobs ~ Shabby Chic Cabinet Knob ~ Clear Crystal Glass Drawer Pulls ~ Victorian Style ~ Set of 8 $26.00 This set of Victorian era reproduction glass knobs and/or drawer pulls are new but have that shabby, vintage, romantic, chic look we all love. They are the perfect size for any dresser, cabinet, drawer, or to dress up your craft projects. We normally have a large quantity on hand to satisfy your requirements. The knob is 1 3/8″ wide by 1″ long and comes with a 1″ silver screw. The metal inside the… |
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Ema Jane Girl Lace Socks – Choose From Many Styles and Colors – Fit for a Princess – Perfect for Girls Ages 4 to 10 Choose from our cute ‘Ema Jane’ individual socks or go for the packs of girl lace knee high cozy socks. Socks fit girls 4 to 10 years old. Compare these to Matilda Jane socks…. |