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Interior Design: Furniture from Ancient to Renaissance

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This deck covers key concepts and historical developments in furniture design from ancient Egypt, Greece, and Rome to the Gothic, Romanesque, and Renaissance periods in Italy, France, Spain, and England.

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What assembly technique was used in Gothic chairs towards the end of the period?

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Definition
What assembly technique was used in Gothic chairs towards the end of the period?
Frames with thin panels
What material was used to complete the seat of the Klismos chair for added comfort?
Leather strips or interlaced cords with cushions or skins
What decorative element characterizes the legs of the Spanish Renaissance table known as the 'mesa castellana'?
Turned legs in the shape of 'lyre', 'spindle', or 'lentil'
Which civilization is known for the Klismos chair design?
Ancient Greece
What was a common feature of Roman furniture design?
Use of marble and bronze for luxurious finishes
What is a defining characteristic of Gothic furniture?
Elaborate carvings and pointed arches

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Interior Design: Furniture from Ancient to Renaissance
TermDefinition
What assembly technique was used in Gothic chairs towards the end of the period?
Frames with thin panels
What material was used to complete the seat of the Klismos chair for added comfort?
Leather strips or interlaced cords with cushions or skins
What decorative element characterizes the legs of the Spanish Renaissance table known as the 'mesa castellana'?
Turned legs in the shape of 'lyre', 'spindle', or 'lentil'
Which civilization is known for the Klismos chair design?
Ancient Greece
What was a common feature of Roman furniture design?
Use of marble and bronze for luxurious finishes
What is a defining characteristic of Gothic furniture?
Elaborate carvings and pointed arches
During the Italian Renaissance, what was a popular material for furniture?
Walnut wood
What is a key feature of Romanesque furniture design?
Heavy and robust construction with minimal decoration
What type of furniture was commonly used in medieval castles?
Large, sturdy wooden tables and benches
What innovation did the Renaissance bring to furniture design?
Introduction of perspective and proportion in design