Spofford, Harriet Elizabeth Prescott, 1835-1921 · New York : Harper & Bros. · leaf 60
ere not bevelled, although theframes were rich with mixed carv-ing of strap-work and classical orna-ment. In Charless reign they hadbecome general, and were alwaysbevelled, and the frame ornatelycarved. I saw the queens rarecabinets and collection of china,which was wonderfully rich andplentiful,… … 56 ART DECORATION APPLIED TO FURNITURE. medals carved in them, esteemed worth four thousand pounds, sent by theDuke of Brandenburg, whose country (Prussia) abounds with amber castup by the sea. At this time rooms were built entirely lined with look-ing-glass, including the ceiling. Both Chippendale…
Furniture · Decoration and ornament
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