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Jewelry Boxes: Usher in the Classy Touch of the French Classic Armoire
The French Armoire has a charm that is unbeatable even in present times. So popular has been its design that several jewelry boxes down the ages have been inspired by their design and detail. The Latin word 'armarium' is where the French word Armoire was derived from.
Armoires were originally a series of shelves that were built into the wall and then closed with wings or wooden doors. Gradually they became individual pieces that looked like a collection of chests that were stacked together with a series of doors to close them. It was only by the 17th century that more attention came to be paid to their detailing.
Originally, the armoire was used for religious purposes in churches and monastries. Nuns used them to store books and priests had them in the sacristy to hold religious items like oil, incense, and vessels. There are still a few of these in existence like the 13th century oak piece in the Bayeux Cathedral in France
The Cathedral of Noyon also has another well preserved famous armoire from the same time. The Vestry of York has a great example of the perpendicular style of armoires. Even the way these armoires were decorated evolved with time. People began to move from painting to carving on them.
Some good samples can be found at Louvre but the best ones are at museums and exhibits in Cluny. A very popular designing element for the 16th century armoire was the linen-fold. England and America soon saw the arrival of the armoire. The armoire is classically a standalone piece of furniture, which is large and has double doors that are ornately carved.
Currently they are designed with a number of storage purposes in mind. There is the children's armoire that is used as a toy cabinet. You also have the entertainment armoire that is big enough to hold a TV and all its associated paraphrenalia.
Armoires are also used as crockery cabinets, linen cupboards, as book shelves and more. Jewelry armoires are perhaps the prettiest of them all. These can be put up on the wall or can stand on their own. Wooden armoires can be carved on delicately and will help store and show of your jewelry.
There are many styles to choose from. In the cottage style, the legs are turned out and the design has a colonial touch. Finished in semi-gloss, the wood of this armoire is simple yet elegant. Pieces inspired from antique armoires have turned out legs as well. The carving and decoration however are hand made and gorgeous.
Present day armoires do have the basic shape of the classic version but with a modern look. In Queen Anne style armoires, designs of roses and vines are hand carved. Armoires enhance your decor with a wonderfully classic touch and give your jewelry a great setting.
So why wait any longer? Get out there and find the armoire that suits you best.
This article was written by Ruth D’Souza Prabhu of MarqART Gift Shop. Our jewelry boxes feature evocative wood art designs, created from unique wood grain patterns and colors. A fine addition to your dressing table or as a gift. Please visit http://www.marqartgiftshop.com to browse & buy exotic marqart jewelry box that will give you a lifetime of pleasure!Sony XAV-70 touch screen car stereo from Rapid Radio
