Styling a vintage map
I love the synchronicity of the colours and the vintages of these three things. Map, scales, vase.
Shape, form and function are totally disparate, but the colours echo other and the three work really well as an ensemble. The map is for sale [see post below] but the Salter scale and the Pates vase are part of my permanent collection.
Vintage maps are very collectible. They lend a nostalgic, quasi-educational, kitschy quality to any space. This one is from the 40s and is a little bit un-PC. Which of course, adds to its desirability.
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Yes, love this vignette!
thanks! old maps make everything look good!
I love vintage maps they are so inspiring for me! One day I dream of having a big library with huge maps everywhere (and globes!)
thanks caroline! your library sounds great…you could also have those great ladders on castors – i’ve always wanted those.
I love the way you’ve styled this, it’s gorgeous!
hi and thanks jennifer. i do enjoy a bit of styling…it’s the reason i keep on the hunt for vintage/retro things. that, and i am an unashamed maximalist!
Love the way this all works! (And your scale is awesome!)
thanks karen- nice of you to stop by and make such a nice comment. i am particularly fond of the scales also. i love scales, in all their vintagey variety.