American Beauty
Tracy Bulla -- Home Accents Today, 4/1/2007
Classic American design, borrowing from the days of George Washington, is at the forefront of style this season. Blackened and gilded finishes, sophisticated shapes and traditional motifs like the eagle star-cross this trend with plenty of elegance. Contemporary details and dark, moody hues render the look relevant in any century — with the pedigree to prove it.
All prices are suggested retail
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Trailing vines and a proudly posed eagle offer an ode to tradition in Friedman Brothers' opulent mirror, part of the Mount Vernon Collection ($4,150). |
Barclay Butera's Whitmore loveseat exhibits an elegant pedigree with tufted detailing, English arm and tapered legs in Bitter Chocolate mohair ($1,840).
From Bradburn Gallery's Elizabeth Marshall division, the intricately embellished cabinet tucks away a TV with surprising splendor ($2,179).
A glamorous touch of gilt enhances the spectacular shape of Sarreid's hand-painted Half Circle cocktail table ($1,245).
A Trojan-style horse lamp from Artmax pays homage to the classics in a darkened metallic finish ($369).
Extravagant crystal tiers layer the opulent Alexander John chandelier from John-Richard.
Atrium Foliage's King Protea overflow a footed bowl for a touch of contemporary class ($299).
Old-fashioned inkwells take center stage in The Portfolio Collection's framed prints ($300 each).
The mahogany Sutton table from ACM Furniture blends timeless lines and a concave tripod base for elemental elegance ($6,750 to $7,875).
Flori Gianti, a wool and silk hand-tufted design from The Rug Market, presents a powerful oversized floral in black and gold ($475, 5×8).
