A COLLECTIBLE IS any desirable or fancy object you may want to collect in more numbers. It could be crystals, porcelain or anything that can...
A COLLECTIBLE IS any desirable or fancy object you may want
to collect in more numbers. It could be crystals, porcelain or anything that can become a collection. Contrary to beliefs, size does not matter. For an old world charm that is tinged with exotic appeal, collectibles from the Orient will be the perfect answer. Oriental collectibles are rich in style, artistry, beauty and variety. There is enough variety in this genre to fit into distinct areas of the living space. Here are some rich standouts for different spaces in the house:
Living room
Oriental, while sounding exotic, is very much dominant as a theme. Collectibles for the living room need to have a great deal of impact. Exquisite paintings on silk or handmade paper become collectibles, especially when you want to lay your hands on more. There are exclusive lines of puppets that together form a nice collection. Jade collectibles are extremely beautiful, the price depending on the colour of jade. These collectibles of extraordinary elegance are available with gold or argent accents with motifs that signify the Orient. Generally, dragons, snakes, lions, elephants and swans are symbols typifying the Asian origin. Porcelain vases and bells that are hand painted with great style are as expensive as the period from which they belong. Painted miniature vases and porcelain eggs are also attractive. Some bottles are painted beautifully from the inside of the bottle in an unimaginably delicate manner. Snuff boxes and opium boxes are coveted oriental collectibles. Available from the antique, rare and vintage ranges, the materials are many and exquisite. Ceramic, bone, lacquer, and jade boxes with delicate paintings or carvings are available at a price. Dolls are yet another type of collectibles wherein the costume gets a lot of attention. These are usually wedding costumes made in typically rich and grand materials. From dolls to swords, try out the fascinating range of daggers and swords from West Asia that are symbolic of pride and bravery. A collection of daggers will include designs and styles of different clans and tribes.
Dining area
Collectibles for this area can range from the functional to pure decorative. Those made of ceramic, lacquer, stone, and glass are ideal for the dining room. Items normally collected are tableware, decorative plates, vases, bowls and the most delightful of all, teapots. Dinner gongs are also popular with each region having their own style. Also popular are catchy looking rice baskets, betel nut boxes, baskets, offering bowls and trays. In the miniature scale, there are tiny tea sets and dinnerware available with gilt accents. On the other end of the spectrum, Oriental sideboards and accompanying chests are large but nevertheless part of an extraordinary collection.
Bedroom
Start with the beautiful jewellery boxes for which bygone Orient was famous. The next range of collectibles that will be useful is the innumerable hat boxes that can be used for storage. But for sheer delight, indulge in the vintage dollhouse collectibles that include miniature furniture, armoires, paintings and the dolls themselves. Antique boxes, baskets, trunks, cabinets are functional collections for the bedroom. Oriental lamp stands are exotic collectibles fit for a grand dresser.
Display
Oriental collectibles, like any other range of collectibles, need to be displayed well. Wooden stands, shadow boxes, glass display stands and cases are perfect for collectibles of this stature
to collect in more numbers. It could be crystals, porcelain or anything that can become a collection. Contrary to beliefs, size does not matter. For an old world charm that is tinged with exotic appeal, collectibles from the Orient will be the perfect answer. Oriental collectibles are rich in style, artistry, beauty and variety. There is enough variety in this genre to fit into distinct areas of the living space. Here are some rich standouts for different spaces in the house:
Living room
Oriental, while sounding exotic, is very much dominant as a theme. Collectibles for the living room need to have a great deal of impact. Exquisite paintings on silk or handmade paper become collectibles, especially when you want to lay your hands on more. There are exclusive lines of puppets that together form a nice collection. Jade collectibles are extremely beautiful, the price depending on the colour of jade. These collectibles of extraordinary elegance are available with gold or argent accents with motifs that signify the Orient. Generally, dragons, snakes, lions, elephants and swans are symbols typifying the Asian origin. Porcelain vases and bells that are hand painted with great style are as expensive as the period from which they belong. Painted miniature vases and porcelain eggs are also attractive. Some bottles are painted beautifully from the inside of the bottle in an unimaginably delicate manner. Snuff boxes and opium boxes are coveted oriental collectibles. Available from the antique, rare and vintage ranges, the materials are many and exquisite. Ceramic, bone, lacquer, and jade boxes with delicate paintings or carvings are available at a price. Dolls are yet another type of collectibles wherein the costume gets a lot of attention. These are usually wedding costumes made in typically rich and grand materials. From dolls to swords, try out the fascinating range of daggers and swords from West Asia that are symbolic of pride and bravery. A collection of daggers will include designs and styles of different clans and tribes.
Dining area
Collectibles for this area can range from the functional to pure decorative. Those made of ceramic, lacquer, stone, and glass are ideal for the dining room. Items normally collected are tableware, decorative plates, vases, bowls and the most delightful of all, teapots. Dinner gongs are also popular with each region having their own style. Also popular are catchy looking rice baskets, betel nut boxes, baskets, offering bowls and trays. In the miniature scale, there are tiny tea sets and dinnerware available with gilt accents. On the other end of the spectrum, Oriental sideboards and accompanying chests are large but nevertheless part of an extraordinary collection.
Bedroom
Start with the beautiful jewellery boxes for which bygone Orient was famous. The next range of collectibles that will be useful is the innumerable hat boxes that can be used for storage. But for sheer delight, indulge in the vintage dollhouse collectibles that include miniature furniture, armoires, paintings and the dolls themselves. Antique boxes, baskets, trunks, cabinets are functional collections for the bedroom. Oriental lamp stands are exotic collectibles fit for a grand dresser.
Display
Oriental collectibles, like any other range of collectibles, need to be displayed well. Wooden stands, shadow boxes, glass display stands and cases are perfect for collectibles of this stature
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