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British Colonial dcor for the modern home Print E-mail
By GL ONEAL

 British Colonial dcor reflects a time in history when the British conquered and possessed areas of land all around the world. As the British took over new lands, they desired to explore these new places yet were hesitant to leave behind all that was familiar to them. To remedy this, the British literally brought pieces of home with them in the form of their home furnishings. As they learned to live in these new and exotic territories, they adapted their formal, Victorian-era styles to these new lands. Melding formal British styles with tropical and Asian motifs and designs created what is known today as British Colonial design.


British Colonial pieces of furniture and accessories are rich in color and textures. Wooden pieces are typically constructed in dark tones and made of hardwoods like mahogany and teak. Wooden furnishings are often etched or carved with beautiful designs of plants or animals. Scrolled armrests and legs are common features of British Colonial chairs as well as on the legs of standing mirrors, tables, chests, and dressers.

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