Mixing and matching periods, styles, materials, and textures
is essential to the eclectic aesthetic and adds much interest and life to a space.
This mainly traditional living room furnished with a bohemian mix of antique and vintage pieces is centered around a
large contemporary abstract oil painting with calming almost impressionist
style colors and brushwork that blends beautifully with the eclectic mix of
art, accessories, and textiles.
The constellation of rustic metal barn stars mounted on the
wall above once decorated the exterior of our carriage house in rural Bucks
County. The play of primitive folk art against modern art makes for an
interesting juxtaposition, while the colors of the rusted metal and patinated
copper pick up the same hues in the painting.
The pair of large oxblood red Chinese ginger jars also
compliment the hues in the painting and match the color of the rusted stars
above while providing an elegant foil to their rustic texture and perfect
companions for the small classical sculpture that adds a final grace note to
the vignette.
The neutral fabrics in the room let the art and accessories
take center stage but still keep the eclectic theme by contrasting a simple
white Belgian linen slipcover with a luxurious cut silk velvet throw blanket
and a vintage tapestry pillow.
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Styling and photos by KS&D.