Italian Furniture Styles from Centuries Ago
Styles used from Ancient Times:
At present Giovanni is particularly interested in the style of the
18th century: the age of wealth, abundance but also enlightenment and
knowledge. when we think about 1700, we immediately think of France
and the "roi-soleil" whose eccentricity and extravagant tastes led to
the creation of many different styles and forms of art.
The main stylistic elements dominating this unique century influenced
art in general and furniture making in particular. the gilding mirrored
the wealth and splendor of the time. eventually after many years of
straight lines and sharp corners, the new rounded shapes were as harmonious
as the melodies played during string and brass concertos typical in
the age of enlightenment. with his art Giovanni brings roundness and
harmony to the extreme. he uses a lot of traditional gilding and colors
with a very strong visual impact.
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