People have always enjoyed bringing fascinating objects from the natural world in their homes. In days gone by this was probably limited to random shell collections and bunches of dried flowers. Today strikingly beautiful natural curiosities are being sold that bring all the mystery and beauty found outside into the home in an inspiring way.
Many years ago explorers who discovered new flora and fauna did not have cameras to photograph what they found. Instead they had to meticulously study and draw objects or take back specimens. Engraving plates were made from their drawings. Many of these prints have survived and are found in modern homes.
Human beings have always had desire to collect items found in nature. It was from Renaissance times that wealthy men began filling cabinets and even whole rooms with these objects. Albertus Seba became very well known for his collection. He commissioned illustrations of every specimen he collected - from snakes, frogs, corals, shellfish to strange plants - and published these in catalogs.
Although curiosities are still kept in cabinets by some people, the trend now is to place them throughout the home, adding interest in many different rooms from bedrooms to lounges. Sometimes the addition of a single object found in nature can make all the difference to a vignette. For example, an old suitcase with a stack of books and a twisted branch with tendrils on top can create an eye catching display.
Prints are a popular means of bringing nature into the home. Vintage style prints of edible objects like mushrooms can work well in a dining room. Oceanographic prints have become trendy and fascinating sea creatures like the octopus can pack a real design punch when a print is enlarged, framed and placed in the center of a wall. Seaweeds, shells, jellyfish and other objects found in the ocean are also inspiration for large creative prints.
Prints work well in groups. Botanical prints grouped in identical mats and frames create a striking composition. Prints work particularly well together when the colors are from the same color palette. For example, different stones in greys, blues, whites and blacks make a pleasing display in a minimalistic, modern interior.
Moss collages and scans of the skeletons of seahorses are some of these unusual items that can add instant fascination to any interior. Some objects like skulls, bones and antlers are considered rather creepy by some people whilst others love them. Antlers have become very trendy of late, being seen in many interiors where they are used in many different ways. Groups of antlers on a wall can have an effective impact, whilst a single pair teamed with other objects from nature like branches can be just as striking. They are even being used in other unusual ways, for example as chandeliers. Skulls and bones with their interesting shapes and neutral color also suit minimalistic interiors.
Natural curiosities serve as endless creative inspiration for those involved in making these into items that can be sold. The beauty of colors and shapes found in feathers, leaves, butterflies and flowers is highlighted by the way in which they are combined and displayed. Feathers may be given touches of gold and a single leaf or piece of seaweed may be dramatically enlarged for graphic effect. These items that can elevate an interior beyond the ordinary are for sale at many online stores.
Many years ago explorers who discovered new flora and fauna did not have cameras to photograph what they found. Instead they had to meticulously study and draw objects or take back specimens. Engraving plates were made from their drawings. Many of these prints have survived and are found in modern homes.
Human beings have always had desire to collect items found in nature. It was from Renaissance times that wealthy men began filling cabinets and even whole rooms with these objects. Albertus Seba became very well known for his collection. He commissioned illustrations of every specimen he collected - from snakes, frogs, corals, shellfish to strange plants - and published these in catalogs.
Although curiosities are still kept in cabinets by some people, the trend now is to place them throughout the home, adding interest in many different rooms from bedrooms to lounges. Sometimes the addition of a single object found in nature can make all the difference to a vignette. For example, an old suitcase with a stack of books and a twisted branch with tendrils on top can create an eye catching display.
Prints are a popular means of bringing nature into the home. Vintage style prints of edible objects like mushrooms can work well in a dining room. Oceanographic prints have become trendy and fascinating sea creatures like the octopus can pack a real design punch when a print is enlarged, framed and placed in the center of a wall. Seaweeds, shells, jellyfish and other objects found in the ocean are also inspiration for large creative prints.
Prints work well in groups. Botanical prints grouped in identical mats and frames create a striking composition. Prints work particularly well together when the colors are from the same color palette. For example, different stones in greys, blues, whites and blacks make a pleasing display in a minimalistic, modern interior.
Moss collages and scans of the skeletons of seahorses are some of these unusual items that can add instant fascination to any interior. Some objects like skulls, bones and antlers are considered rather creepy by some people whilst others love them. Antlers have become very trendy of late, being seen in many interiors where they are used in many different ways. Groups of antlers on a wall can have an effective impact, whilst a single pair teamed with other objects from nature like branches can be just as striking. They are even being used in other unusual ways, for example as chandeliers. Skulls and bones with their interesting shapes and neutral color also suit minimalistic interiors.
Natural curiosities serve as endless creative inspiration for those involved in making these into items that can be sold. The beauty of colors and shapes found in feathers, leaves, butterflies and flowers is highlighted by the way in which they are combined and displayed. Feathers may be given touches of gold and a single leaf or piece of seaweed may be dramatically enlarged for graphic effect. These items that can elevate an interior beyond the ordinary are for sale at many online stores.
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