Classical Architectural Woodcarvings are Always in Style

To paraphrase Oscar Wilde, fashion is something so unbearable that it must be changed on a regular basis. In contrast, classics are the things so enduring that their appeal is both constant and consistent, despite the relentless vagaries of fashion. Architectural woodcarvings created using similar principles to Greco-Roman buildings can be considered one such classic. Despite its name, there is more to classical architecture than mere imitation. For one thing, even though classical architecture as practiced in the present can draw influence from the entire selection of Greco-Roman buildings that remain with us, it’s also heir to its predecessors. Much of Renaissance, Baroque, Rococo and Neoclassical architecture can be considered either a reinterpretation or a response to the ancients. Furthermore, it is also interesting to note that classical architecture produces buildings that tend to be grander and more solemn than their predecessors. In contrast to modern designs, Greco-Roman buildings tended to be slathered in a slew of bright colors, something that did not endure the ravages of time. Regardless, it is fair to claim that homeowners interested in classical architecture woodcarvings are almost spoiled for choice. Five classical orders are available, ranging from the simpler Dorian, Ionic, and Tuscan to the ornate Corinthian and Composite. Furthermore, homeowners who are dissatisfied with classical orders can mix-and-match them with more recent developments to create architectural woodcarvings that match their tastes without standing out. For more information about architectural woodcarvings and other classical design possibilities, please contact Art For Everyday to ask us about our collections. image via Art For Everyday