Decorating with China

Figure A Figure B Figure C

Janie Petkus helps narrow the focus on antique china by sharing three types that were very popular during the 19th century and still are today:

Most people enjoy the freshness of Majolica and its botanical motifs (figure A). The crocodile humidor has a removable head to store tobacco inside. Even a few pieces grouped together on a unique display shelf help add character to a room .
Lusterware has a clean and shiny finish, which added a nice glow to candlelit rooms (figure B). Use them to hold flowers or as a soap dish in a bathroom . Copper luster pieces have a warmer color palette and can be grouped together on a mantel.
Transfer ware is named for the process by which these pieces were made. A copper engraving was inked, and then pressed onto the piece of china. This allowed the common person to have elegant china much like the rich (figure C).
Petkus believes that collections and antiques should be used. Incorporate them into your decor as vases, fruit bowls or to hold potpourri.
Make sure that a plate stand used for display is cushioned to hold the piece securely and allows for different tilt angles.

Guests
Janie Petkus
Interior Designer / Owner, Janie Petkus Interiors
110 South Washington
Hinsdale, IL 60521
Fax: 630-325-9351
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