We instantly associate the historical combination of red, white & blue with the birth of the United States flag and the American Revolution. But, do you know where this color trend originated in the late 1700’s? At the time of the War of Independence, which from 1774 to 1776 brought into conflict the American Colonists [...]
What color do you instantly associate with a bridal gown? White, of course. However, did you know that the bride’s dress has not always been white? Being married in white, to evoke virginal purity, dates back only to the end of the 18th century in Europe. Before then, the young bride-to-be wore her most beautiful [...]
In order to reproduce the colors of their surrounding worlds, humans of all eras worked with the materials they had within their reach. Prehistoric works of art teach us that some of the first pigments to have been used – and to have survived over time – were iron oxide-based. Some iron oxides can be [...]
Since the dawn of time, fascinated by precious and semi-precious gemstones, different civilizations have given them various attributes and particular meanings. This symbolism is intimately related to the interpretation of color symbolism in general. By playing this matching game, we can have fun interpreting the color scheme of a particular décor as a function of [...]
When he takes me in his arms, and when he speaks to me, I see la vie en rose. It is difficult to stop this old refrain with its sugary romantic charm from running through our minds, whenever we imagine a décor inspired by pinks and other soft shades. Artists and poets have often chosen [...]
Early and Middle Ages mariners had developed navigational tools and methods based on natural position marks such as astronomical indicators – the apparent position and movement of celestial bodies – and meteorological indicators – the strength and direction of winds. According to some historians, the wind rose has been a constant companion to sailors since [...]
We just bought a house in Miami and we would like to keep our colors in tune with the history of the house. Do you have any suggestions?
Our Historic Color Statement color card proposes a number of colors intended for homeowners who, like you, wish to highlight the historic character of their home. This [...]
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