While paintings and pieces of art add to the character of a decor scheme, sculptures, whether in stone, wood, metal, or even clay, have a sp...
While paintings and pieces of art add to the character of a decor scheme, sculptures, whether in stone, wood, metal, or even clay, have a special place, at times becoming the focal point of a room. A large room can accommodate quite a few sculptures, most of them exotic, in various sizes as well as materials.
However, a small room would afford only small figurines placed attractively on a side table, on the mantelpiece, or tucked into a nook on the wall along with a large piece placed in a vantage corner that essentially acts as the focal point in the room.
Though metal sculptures appear more intricate and exquisite, stone as well as wood can prove to be equally exotic. Placing clay figurines next to greenery gives an earthy charm to the setting. These clay figurines lend warmth and cheer when placed at the entrance or the foyer along with a few potted plants.
Large-sized stone and metal sculptures are heavy and hence appear best when placed on the floor in a corner where they can draw attention. Alternatively, if placed on a stool or a display board, the resting base has to be large and sturdy as well as attractive to complement the beauty of the sculpture.
These heavy sculptures can also act as focal points if placed in the large empty space under the stairs. However, this space should be one that is visible from the living area where the seating arrangement is. The sculpture would then have to be flanked with other pieces of art though care should be taken to ensure that it continues to be focus of attention.
Besides the empty space under the stairs, a bare wall that tends to draw the attention from the living area can also act as the focal point to display a large sculpture. For instance, a large carved wooden figurine resting against this wall with complementing artifacts would remove the barren feel from this wall and instead convert it into a display area in the living room.
Medium-sized sculptures, especially those of metal, feature very well on top of side tables and inside special niches created in the walls. While displaying them in these niches, it is important to provide the right kind of lighting. At night, soft light focusing on the figurines inside these niches give a fairy talelook to the decor. These also appear attractive when placed on the steps of staircases along with other art pieces.
Wooden sculptures appear best when decorating the walls. These figurines with a flat back can be hung on the wall to give an artistic look to decor. However, sandalwood requires a totally different treatment. These feature best when placed on top of a desk or a small carved side table.
Wooden sculptures also blend well with greenery. Thus, if the living room has some potted plants, it is a good idea to place a few medium-sized wooden figurines along with it to add to its charm.
Since sculptures essentially give an artistic flavour to decor, it is important not to crowd them in one area, or feature them right at the entrance or in between seating arrangements. They need to be displayed as a single piece, drawing attention to their beauty and art.
Displaying too many figurines too can make it appear like an art gallery. Displaying sculptures in different mediums lends variety as well as portrays art in a better form.
However, a small room would afford only small figurines placed attractively on a side table, on the mantelpiece, or tucked into a nook on the wall along with a large piece placed in a vantage corner that essentially acts as the focal point in the room.
Though metal sculptures appear more intricate and exquisite, stone as well as wood can prove to be equally exotic. Placing clay figurines next to greenery gives an earthy charm to the setting. These clay figurines lend warmth and cheer when placed at the entrance or the foyer along with a few potted plants.
Large-sized stone and metal sculptures are heavy and hence appear best when placed on the floor in a corner where they can draw attention. Alternatively, if placed on a stool or a display board, the resting base has to be large and sturdy as well as attractive to complement the beauty of the sculpture.
These heavy sculptures can also act as focal points if placed in the large empty space under the stairs. However, this space should be one that is visible from the living area where the seating arrangement is. The sculpture would then have to be flanked with other pieces of art though care should be taken to ensure that it continues to be focus of attention.
Besides the empty space under the stairs, a bare wall that tends to draw the attention from the living area can also act as the focal point to display a large sculpture. For instance, a large carved wooden figurine resting against this wall with complementing artifacts would remove the barren feel from this wall and instead convert it into a display area in the living room.
Medium-sized sculptures, especially those of metal, feature very well on top of side tables and inside special niches created in the walls. While displaying them in these niches, it is important to provide the right kind of lighting. At night, soft light focusing on the figurines inside these niches give a fairy talelook to the decor. These also appear attractive when placed on the steps of staircases along with other art pieces.
Wooden sculptures appear best when decorating the walls. These figurines with a flat back can be hung on the wall to give an artistic look to decor. However, sandalwood requires a totally different treatment. These feature best when placed on top of a desk or a small carved side table.
Wooden sculptures also blend well with greenery. Thus, if the living room has some potted plants, it is a good idea to place a few medium-sized wooden figurines along with it to add to its charm.
Since sculptures essentially give an artistic flavour to decor, it is important not to crowd them in one area, or feature them right at the entrance or in between seating arrangements. They need to be displayed as a single piece, drawing attention to their beauty and art.
Displaying too many figurines too can make it appear like an art gallery. Displaying sculptures in different mediums lends variety as well as portrays art in a better form.
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