Period furnishings; an encyclopedia of historic furniture, decorations and furnishings (1911)
Clifford, C. R. (Chandler Robbins), 1858-1935 · New York, Clifford & Lawton · leaf 231
By Adam. or semi-circular or The gesso wonItaly was adapted and theirceilings were part in re-lief and part painted, theplaster being put on cameo-like, with great delicacy.Italian artisans were re-quired for this work, whichpreceded the use of plaques and friezes furnishedfor late Adam work…
Interior decoration · Furniture · Decoration and ornament
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