and a firm regard for the Louis, the Imperials and the
Regencies. They all know his neighborhood. All schemes
are enhanced by porcelain, fine vivid textiles, trimmings,
collections, books, the accoutrements of life from carafes
to cushions to bonbon dishes. These elements generally
reside in rooms, however diverse the color environment,
that allow their presence to be center stage: color are
generally light, when not, they are exceedingly deep. For
once, a truly symphonic midnight blue lacquered room
holds sway with the appropriate strong Naples yellow
draperies and rich gilt chairs upholstered in red with bold
multicolored flame-stitched seats. Too often, regrettably,
designers are able to implement the walls while the
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