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      ,    & .         . The central tenets guiding our process — Authenticity , Heritage, and Innovation — mean that every sculptural element in our collection has been carefully selected, designed and hand-crafted to reflect the origins of the materials we use. This essential approach applies to everything we curate; from the unique characteristics of our French oak, the natural beauty of our limestone, the fluid designs of our pewter countertops, to the age-old process of Scagliola stone. Together, let’s realize the possibilities of your design environment.Twy - ve Yrs  e Mg RETURN TO WEBSITE >

HEARTHSIDE LOOKBOOK PRELUDE 7As a child, I remember walking for hours captivated by the timeworn facades built from the stone, clay, and wood surrounding me. Wandering the streets of Paris, Rome, Venice, Pompeii, and Florence, I often found myself humbled by gazing up above my head or gazing down below at the centuries-old stone paths leading me through these beautiful historic cities. I wanted to learn more about those who once cut and carved these stones, forming the very foundation of the roads and structures of the villages—like the ones in front of Santa Restituta Church in my village of Calenzana, Corsica. I questioned where the marble had originated and how the paving stones were created and laid without mortar, positioned perfectly to prevail against centuries of wear. I reected over the intricate ironworks—how long had they been here? How old were these woods and how were they seasoned and milled? The irregular shapes of the roof tiles glistening in the sun and the colors of the glazes, how did the artisans create such beauty? Not one of these wonderments went unchallenged: I examined with my senses — studying the method and use of the materials, the authenticity, and patina, smelling their antiquated history, trying to unlock the secrets of the ancient techniques that had formed them and their structures so long ago. My appreciation for this extraordinary artistry has inspired me to respect and appreciate so many forgotten techniques and has fueled my life-long appreciation for art, beauty and craftmanship. One of them I have particularly cherished is the Italian technique of Scagliola Stone — the art of creating unique and colorful stone architectural elements and surfaces. François and Company’s Architectural and Surfaces collections are founded upon these early childhood memories, as we pay homage to the artisans whom came before us, and to those who carry on the techniques today. With our latest offerings, I am proud to honor the things that have so captivated me as we painstakingly create new products which complement today’s lifestyle.     ,       18   ,        —    ’        . RETURN TO WEBSITE >

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GOTHIC ARCHITECTURE EMERGED IN NORTHERN FRANCE AROUND 1100 AND FLOURISHED IN EUROPE THROUGHOUT THE MEDIEVAL PERIOD. First applied to important churches, fine examples of Gothic architecture can be found among the great cathedrals and abbeys of Europe, including Notre Dame de Paris. Majestic dimensions characterized the architecture with ample light, and soaring heights. In their day, these cathedrals would have been the tallest buildings most had ever seen, proclaiming the power of the religious institutions they represented. GOTHICMv & Reviv 11 RETURN TO WEBSITE >

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HEARTHSIDE LOOKBOOK GOTHIC 13THE ‘GOTHIC STYLE’ HAD FALLEN OUT OF FAVOR BY THE TH CENTURY ONLY TO BE REBORN BY A TH CENTURY VICTORIAN NEOGOTHIC REVIVAL, which sought more practical design features. The use of mixed natural materials: dark old-world wood beams and wide plank flooring, detailed wood wall treatments and strapwork pilaster carvings, half-timber building methods complimented by brick, stone or stucco modernized Tudor Revival homes. Today, modern Gothic decor still retains many ornate details and sumptuous materials: dark velvety patterned wallpaper, elaborate drapery and Persian rugs, ambient natural light highlighting touches of bold color, deconstructed artistic vignettes and vintage curiosities—and of course, the iconic Gothic arched entryway makes it a truly recognizable and unique style. RETURN TO WEBSITE >

HEARTHSIDE LOOKBOOK GOTHIC 15A Gn     RETURN TO WEBSITE >

16 FRANÇOISANDCO.COM  Antique Reproduction mantel, an ornate Neo Gothic mantelpiece in hand-carved limestone.

HEARTHSIDE LOOKBOOK GOTHIC 17Each and every one of our Period Reproductions is born from the original antique, ‘The Masterpiece.’ We scrupulously follow molding techniques and exacting processes used by museums to capture and preserve the integrity of masterworks of all kinds.THIS SEAL REPRESENTS OUR ANTIQUE REPRODUCTION MANTELS, BORN FROM THE ORIGINAL ANTIQUE MASTERPIECE. RETURN TO WEBSITE >

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INTERIOR DESIGNBohlert Massey

HEARTHSIDE LOOKBOOK GOTHIC 21 Original Antique mantel.Brgog  TH CENTURY ANTIQUEGothic Reproductiо RETURN TO WEBSITE >

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HEARTHSIDE LOOKBOOK GOTHIC 23 Mantel in Scagliola stoneTM, featured with optional crest motif. RETURN TO WEBSITE >

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PHOTOGRAPHYErica George DinesINTERIOR DESIGNCarol Weaks Interiors Mantel in Scagliola stoneTM, featured in Atlanta Homes and Lifestyles magazine, 2016.

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32 FRANÇOISANDCO.COM PHOTOGRAPHYRaeford DwyerINTERIOR DESIGNAnne Chessin Design Mantel in Scagliola stoneTM, featured with optional shelf.

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Nre Dame    Mantel in Scagliola stoneTM.PHOTOGRAPHYMargot Hartford

The Flixton is also available without embellished Grapevine Frieze.PHOTOGRAPHYSuzanne KaslerBUILDERPhillip Clark Custom Builders Mantel in ScagliolastoneTM, featured with an optional embellished Grapevine Frieze.

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