Author: Anita Hummel
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Guide To White Lamp Shades & F.A.Q. About White Lamp Shades
Lamp shades are essential to any lighting fixture; theyT43 add functionality and aesthetic appeal to your space. White lampshades are standard for the lighting industry. White lamp shades, in particular, offer a timeless elegance that complements a wide range of interior design styles. This blog post will delve into the world of white lamp shades,…
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Unleashing Creativity: Unique Uses Of Ceramics In Home Decor
Ceramics have been an integral part of human civilization for centuries, known primarily for their functionality and aesthetic appeal. We often associate ceramics with household items like vases, bowls, and lamps. However, a world of creative possibilities is waiting to be explored beyond these traditional uses. Read on as we explore exciting and unique ways…
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Marimekko: A Splash Of Color In The Fashion World Explored
Marimekko stands out vastly and vibrantly for its bold, colorful, and artistic approach to textiles and clothing. I love Marimekko prints and fashion: recently, I saw several of their original prints at a show I attended at the Art Museum in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. The Finnish brand Marimekko is celebrated for its unique prints and vibrant…
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The Influence Of Finn Juhl & Baker Furniture: Danish Design
When I recently attended the Scandinavian and The United States Design show at the Milwaukee Art Museum, one of the displays that caught my attention was the information on the collaboration between the Danish Designer Finn Juhl and Baker Furniture. In the early 1950s, Hollis Baker, the president of Baker Furniture, saw an article in…
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Scandinavian Design And The United States 1890 – 1980 Impact
I recently attended an exhibition at the Milwaukee Art Museum entitled Scandinavian Design and The United States 1890 – 1980. This exhibition was co-organized by the Milwaukee Art Museum, The Los Angeles County Museum of Art, Nationalmuseum Sweden, and Nasjonalmuseet Norway. The exhibition gave an excellent overview of how Scandinavian designers and design impacted American…
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Troll Dolls: Thomas Dam & Made For Dam Things Establishment
The troll doll was one of the classic Scandinavian designs shown at the recent Scandinavian Design and the United States show from 1890 to 1980 at the Milwaukee Art Museum. As a child, I remember having several of these iconic troll dolls. Thomas Dam was a baker who was struggling after World War II. He…