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This period saw a continuous search for novelties in design. Chinoiserie and the “Hindu,” or Indian, styles became fashionable, along with nationalistically inspired Gothic or Tudor decorative elements. The Greek chair with sabre legs, elegant sideboards, revolving bookcases, and couches with claw feet were popular. The Regency Style is regularly revived in modern interior design and decoration for its period resonance. Lefuel, Hector. François Honoré Georges Jacob-Desmalter, ébeniste de Napoléon Ier et de Louis XVIII. Paris: A. Morancé, 1927. (3-MOF) A rich evocation of the powerful passions and personalities of the Regency period, dominated by the Prince Regent himself, but manifest in various artistic, literary, and political figures. Explains the racy nature of the times.

Historical Dictionary of the Napoleonic Era. Edited by George F. Nafziger. Lanham: Scarecrow Press, 2002. (*R-DG 02-3989) Curl, James Stevens. Egyptomania: The Egyptian Revival, a Recurring Theme in the History of Taste. Manchester, UK: Manchester University Press, 1994. (3-MAL 94-13038) Despite the rumours you may have heard, woodchip wallpaper is not illegal in the UK. However, it’s important to note that there are regulations in place around the installation of wallpaper in general. Place settings: Place settings are the individual plates, cutlery, and glasses that are set out for each guest. For a Fontaine-style event, consider using ornate gold or silver cutlery and glasses with intricate designs. This style of interior design was favored by the French nobility and royalty, who used it to convey their wealth and status.People use Fontaine decoration to add a touch of glamour and elegance to their homes and special events. An informative study of the upper classes in Britain and their contributions to progress. Social customs and mores are exposed.

Murray, Venetia. High Society: A Social History of the Regency Period, 1788-1830. London; New York: Viking, 1998. (JFE 99-2690) Well-illustrated survey history that also explains the palace’s relationship to Brighton itself. Regency Style Decoration Crystal glasses: Crystal glasses can help to create a sophisticated and elegant atmosphere, and can be found in a variety of shapes and sizes.• Examines the style in a broad architectural context, and contrasts new achievements with earlier Neoclassical building.

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Nicholson, Peter. The Practical cabinet-maker, upholsterer, and complete decorator. London: H. Fisher, Son & Co., 1826. (MOI) A study of the wide-ranging effect of Napoleon on the arts in France, England, and continental Europe. Examines social, political, and economic factors and the careers of key fine artists. Well-illustrated, terse survey history of the style with emphasis on its chief characteristics and most notable pieces.