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Newspaper
Waterloo Evening Courier
Location
Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Mar 12, 1910
Page
6
The piece surveys home design trends from concrete houses to stucco exteriors and hollow tile. It notes the shift from ornate fireplaces to built in bookcases, the bungalow rise, and interior finishes from fumed oak to white enamel. It highlights porch stone work, corded walls, wainscots, and wardrobes replacing closets.
The article details a shift from ornate to simple lines in table appointments with Minton, Hariland, and Royal Worcester leading the way in narrow gold edged decorations. Italian wares offer richer color varieties while plain white with bold bands remains popular. Copper tea sets and mahogany trays rise in favor, with handwoven Italian linens and reticella motifs enhancing cloths.
The article surveys artware displays featuring copper and brass glints, glass opalescence, bronze, and marble. It highlights Italian bronzes, Pompeiian incense burners, Tiffany pieces, Dresden ware miniatures, and Delft lighting. Lamps, piano lamps, and garden furniture dominate with prices from 3 to 300 dollars, emphasizing ornate stands and dramatic lighting.
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