Baroque French Interior Design Murals Aristocratic Tile

This product features a rare 1888 color chromolithograph, which offers a glimpse into the Baroque interior decorating style of 17th century upper class home in France. An unfortunate downside of the exquisite murals and symmetrical paneling which covered the walls was the regrettable forgoing of permanently fixed furniture. Instead, movable pieces were placed where it was convenient, then pushed aside if one was in the mood to stare at the walls. For necessary furnishings, such as beds and wardrobes, it was often the case that the walls would simply be built to accommodate them, allowing the architect to designate a specific location for the cumbersome furniture without having it disrupt the flow and order of the room. The mirror set above the fireplace was a relatively new addition to interior design, one that King Louis XIV made fantastic use of in his Versailles palace.