mount
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In furniture, a "mount" refers to a structure that supports or serves as a foundation for something else, or a decorative detail. Historically, metals like gold, bronze, iron, and silver have been used for decorative mounts on furniture, as seen in ancient Egyptian thrones and later in French cabinets. These mounts could be purely ornamental or serve a functional purpose, such as reinforcing chests or protecting furniture legs. In modern contexts, metal is still employed for mounts, locks, and hinges on furniture.12
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furnitureMetal…a refined style for furniture mounts, keyhole escutcheons (an ornamental shield around a keyhole), hinges, and the like, all based largely on Chinese models, was developed. The design of these mounts was dictated by a clear functional purpose, in contrast to contemporary French Rococo mounts, the majority of which were…
Read More…a refined style for furniture mounts, keyhole escutcheons (an ornamental shield around a keyhole), hinges, and the like, all based largely on Chinese models, was developed. The design of these mounts was dictated by a clear functional purpose, in contrast to contemporary French Rococo mounts, the majority of which were…
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Heavy gilt bronze mounts protected the corners and other parts from friction and rough handling, and provided further ornament.
Read MoreHeavy gilt bronze mounts protected the corners and other parts from friction and rough handling, and provided further ornament.
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…often have finely worked metal mounts that greatly enhance the beauty of their solid design.
Read More…often have finely worked metal mounts that greatly enhance the beauty of their solid design.
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