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The style of furniture we call Louis XV French flourished during the period 1730-1775. If the style of Louis XIV furniture was designed with the glorification of the King Sun in the mind and all mass, male, square, style of Louis XV furniture, is just the opposite. Designed for comfort and the glorification of the beautiful woman, has a romantic, sensual and feminine look. An abstraction of curves flowing without interruption is the guiding principle of the Louis XV style furniture, the legs are curved, back curve and the seat is curved. Even Louis XV architecture also adheres to this principle. He repudiated the straight lines. In all the typical architecture of Louis XV is curved – the ceiling panel designs on the walls, the designs on the door panel and even the corners of a room are curved.

Louis Style XV is sometimes referred to as the Rococo style. Is derived from two French words meaning rock and shell. The rock and shell were the two popular reasons for the decoration of this period. The rococo style features extensive and detailed ornamentation and decoration. It was also during this period that France was captivated with things from China. This fascination with Chinese motifs called Chinoiserie. A newly discovered Chinese method of painting called lacquer paint was used on wooden furniture. Fabrics and wall were designed with Chinese motifs. It is therefore not uncommon to find some furniture from Louis XV style, bearing in mind the Chinese influence.

The basic characteristics of style Louis XV furniture are:

1. Curved shapes and forms. This period hated everything straight.

2. Bring a large rococo decoration. Everything is lavishly decorated with intricate carvings. Wood surfaces are decorated with inlay, ormolu mounts and hand painted. In nutshell design as the focus point.

3. The romantic images is usually reflected in their motives. This was a period novel of Du Barry and Madame Pompadour. Images of love Cupid and his arrow as often reflected in the designs. Pastora hat and basket, fishing and hunting scenes, the violin or the trumpet and other musical motifs, flowers and other pastoral scenes are common design elements during this period.

4. This period designed everything with an eye toward lightness and grace. The delicacy is its guiding spirit. The scale is too delicate compared to previous high-mass style of Louis XIV. It is smaller, softer and more comfortable.

5. As has become smaller and more delicate in size, the need for stretchers to support the legs is eliminated.

In conclusion, the Louis XV style is commonly used in homes today. Its delicate shape and size is very practical and has both the scale and grace that are the focus in most decoration today. In fact it is a favorite among designers and consumers when decorating traditional homes.

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1. Men are like laxatives: irritate the shit you. 2. Men are like bananas: From the age as less firm they are. 3. Men are like the weather: Nothing can be done to change them. 4. Men are like Blenders: You need one, but are not quite sure why. 5. Men are like chocolate bars: 6 sweet, soft, and usually head right for your hips .. The Men are like commercials: you can not believe a word they say. 7. Men are like Department Stores: Their clothes are always half off! 8. Men are like Government Bonds: They take soooooooo long to mature. 9. Men are like Mascara: In general, operate at the first sign of emotion. 10. Men are like popcorn Corn is satisfied, but only for a while. 11. Men are like snowstorms: You never know when they come, how many inches you get, or how long will last. 12. Men are like lava lamps: fun to watch, but not very bright. 13. Men are like Parking: All the good ones are taken the rest are for handicapped.

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Lava Mini Pendant by WAC Lighting
$304.11
Hand-formed glass gives the WAC Lighting Lava Mini Pendant its unique shape, appearing as lava might in mid-flow. Multiple colored frits and fascinating contours make the Lava Mini Pendant a great option for the soft contemporary home, adding an artistic touch to a variety of spaces. WAC Lighting, founded in 1984, has developed a strong reputation for high quality decorative and task lighting. Based in Garden City, New York, WAC Lighting is a leading manufacturer of low voltage, line voltage and LED lighting, including track systems, transformers, lamps, cabinet lighting and recessed downlights. The WAC Lighting Lava Mini Pendant is available with the following: Details:Handmade cased glass shadeMetal supportsRound ceiling canopyIncludes integral electronic low voltage transformer (1W min. load, 50W max.)72" field-cuttable braided cable with 12" removable hang-straight tubeLow voltageDimmable with electronic low voltage dimmer (not included)UL ListedOptions:Finish: Brushed Nickel, Chrome, or Dark Bronze.Shade: Blue, Brown, or Red.Lighting: One 50 Watt 12 Volt Bi-Pin Low voltage Halogen lamp (included). Shipping: This item usually ships within five business days. Dimensions: Shade: Height 6.13 In., Overall Diameter 4.75 In. Cable: Length 72 In. Hanging Length: Overall Length Adjustable to 78.13 In. Ceiling Canopy: Height 2.75 In., Diameter 4.5 In.

Lava Tube 2-Light Wall Sconce by George Kovacs
$145
Within the clean, contemporary design of the George Kovacs Lava Tube 2-Light Wall Sconce, a slab of lava stone adds unexpected natural texture. Set atop a metal base finished in cool Brushed Nickel, the stone is illuminated by a lengthy tube of Etched Opal glass. ADA compliant. The creative and often humorous mid-century modern aesthetic of George Kovacs (1926-2007) made a lasting impression on contemporary lighting. The extraordinary George Kovacs lighting collection, which also includes pieces by Alecia Wesner, Karim Rashid and other mid-century modern lighting designers, is now part of the Minka Group. The George Kovacs Lava Tube 2-Light Wall Sconce is available with the following: Details:Cylindrical Etched Opal glass shadeMetal base with lava stoneBrushed Nickel finishRectangular wall plateADA CompliantUL ListedLighting: Two 40 Watt 120 Volt Type G9 Xenon lamps (included). Shipping: This item usually ships within 4 days. Dimensions: Fixture: Height 13.25 In., Width 4.75 In., Depth 4 In.

Lava Tube Bath Bar by George Kovacs
$199
The George Kovacs Lava Tube Bath Bar adds an unexpectedly rustic element into soft contemporary bathrooms. It features a distinctive lava stone base, the rough texture of which offsets the slick cylindrical Etched Opal glass shades and Brushed Nickel finish on the metal base. Available with three, four or five lights. The creative and often humorous mid-century modern aesthetic of George Kovacs (1926-2007) made a lasting impression on contemporary lighting. The extraordinary George Kovacs lighting collection, which also includes pieces by Alecia Wesner, Karim Rashid and other mid-century modern lighting designers, is now part of the Minka Group. The George Kovacs Lava Tube Bath Bar is available with the following: Details:Cylindrical Etched Opal glass shadesMetal base with lava stoneBrushed Nickel finishRectangular wall plateUL ListedOptions:Number of Lights: 3 Lights, 4 Lights, or 5 Lights.Lighting:3 Lights option utilizes three 75 Watt 120 Volt Type E11 Xenon lamps (included).4 Lights option utilizes four 75 Watt 120 Volt Type E11 Xenon lamps (included).5 Lights option utilizes five 75 Watt 120 Volt Type E11 Xenon lamps (included).Shipping: This item usually ships within 4 days. Dimensions: 3-Light Option: Height 8 In., Width 24 In., Depth 4 In. 5-Light Option: Depth 4 In., Height 8 In., Width 40 In. 4-Light Option: Depth 4 In., Width 32 In., Height 8 In.