03 Gilding
Ceilings
The art of Gold leaf Gilding started over 4000 years ago where leafs of gold foil were applied to wood for ornamentation or the illusion of being made of solid gold. The technique of Gilding started in Turkey 8000 years ago during the Neolithic Period where it spread to other ancient civilizations like Egypt, where it was used to decorate pharaohs’ sarcophagi.
Gold’s significance is it symbolization of wealth, power, and divinity This architectural embellishment has adorned palaces and temples used by Egyptians during the time of Cleopatra, Phoenicians and early Europeans most notably during 18th century when Louis XIV advanced France’s leadership in the decorative arts. The Gilded Age in America revived the Classic, Palladian and Gothic architectural styles.
Gold leaf functionality is for adding texture and depth. It is typically gold foil or gold-colored metal that has been beaten into very thin sheets. Gilding can be done in a variety of karats and metals such as gold leaf, silver leaf, palladium, and aluminum leafing. The art of gilding requires precision and a delicate touch as metal leaf is extremely thin material.The material gives a warm golden glow in low light and can look especially striking in sunlight making it a popular choice for adding brilliance to high ceilings.
Aluminum leaf coffered ceiling
Aluminum leaf ceiling
22k dome ceiling
Moon gold tray ceiling with patina glaze
Palladium leaf circular ceiling
Aluminum leaf vaulted ceiling
03 Gilding
Ceilings
The art of Gold leaf Gilding started over 4000 years ago where leafs of gold foil were applied to wood for ornamentation or the illusion of being made of solid gold. The technique of Gilding started in Turkey 8000 years ago during the Neolithic Period where it spread to other ancient civilizations like Egypt, where it was used to decorate pharaohs’ sarcophagi.
Gold’s significance is it symbolization of wealth, power, and divinity This architectural embellishment has adorned palaces and temples used by Egyptians during the time of Cleopatra, Phoenicians and early Europeans most notably during 18th century when Louis XIV advanced France’s leadership in the decorative arts. The Gilded Age in America revived the Classic, Palladian and Gothic architectural styles.
Gold leaf functionality is for adding texture and depth. It is typically gold foil or gold-colored metal that has been beaten into very thin sheets. Gilding can be done in a variety of karats and metals such as gold leaf, silver leaf, palladium, and aluminum leafing. The art of gilding requires precision and a delicate touch as metal leaf is extremely thin material.The material gives a warm golden glow in low light and can look especially striking in sunlight making it a popular choice for adding brilliance to high ceilings.
Walls
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