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Travel diary of Japanese arts and crafts

Travel diary of Japanese arts and crafts

09.02.24

We've just returned from a long trip to Japan, a country where we lived almost 30 years ago - an eternity! We had to return to the place where we first met. Where it all began, where our ... Read more
The Empire-style cylinder desk

The Empire-style cylinder desk

25.04.23

The cylinder "secrétaire" desk is a piece of writing and storage furniture which, as we shall see, enjoyed a resurgence in popularity during the reign of Napoleon. ... Read more
Poul Cadovius - Modular design

Poul Cadovius - Modular design

27.03.23

Who is Poul Cadovius? Poul Cadovius was a Danish furniture designer who lived from 1911 to 2011. He began his career as a cabinetmaker's apprentice. ... Read more
Large Empire-period boat bed

Large Empire-period boat bed

04.02.23

What is an Empire period boat bed? The Empire-period boat bed, also known as the "Napoleonic bed", is a style of bed that has been used for many years. ... Read more
Empire-style ornamentation

Empire-style ornamentation

14.11.22

The Empire style, a propaganda style At the end of the 18th century, Ancient Rome was celebrated both for its political greatness and for what it was known for. ... Read more
The brilliance of Baccarat crystal

The brilliance of Baccarat crystal

29.07.22

Crystal is a regular on festive tables in the form of champagne glasses. However, this precious material can be used in an infinite variety of ways. ... more
The Napoleon III style (1852-1870)

The Napoleon III style (1852-1870)

07.07.22

An era of decadence, the Second Empire (1852-1870) sought to impose prestige through pomp, festivities and luxury, in contrast to the bourgeois reign of the discreet Louis-Philip... ... Read more