Musical chairs ... and more
Article Abstract:
The lyre has often been used to embellish the backs of chairs and as table supports. The English architect Robert Adam popularized the use of the lyre motif on furniture after visiting the ruins of Herculaneum and Pompeii in Italy in 1754.
Publisher: Hearst Magazines, a Division of the Hearst Corporation
Publication Name: Colonial Homes
Subject: Architecture and design industries
ISSN: 0195-1416
Year: 1999
Analysis, Chair design, Tables, Tables (Furniture)
Publication Name: Colonial Homes
Subject: Architecture and design industries
ISSN: 0195-1416
Year: 1999
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Variation on a cape
Article Abstract:
Plans for a Cape Cod style house are presented. The house is a simple two-story structure following the classic half cape design. This popular and traditional house design is both aesthetic and functional.
Publisher: Hearst Magazines, a Division of the Hearst Corporation
Publication Name: Colonial Homes
Subject: Architecture and design industries
ISSN: 0195-1416
Year: 1993
Architecture, Domestic, Home design
Publication Name: Colonial Homes
Subject: Architecture and design industries
ISSN: 0195-1416
Year: 1993
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Subjects list: Design and construction
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