Classical Cornices
The Classic cornices are those inspired by the timeless designs of ancient times. They derive from Ancient Greece and Rome, renaissance Europe and Georgian England.
The acanthus leaf and cyma recta curve were products of ancient Greece where they were revered as "perfect" design elements.
Georgian England produced the dentil design. The Georgian period produced what many believe to be the most "elegant architecture" ever built. Certainly dentil cornices provie an elegant simplicity at much at home in a contemporary apartment as an original Georgian town house.
Have a look at the Classical Design Gallery for an idea of just what is possible with plaster, paint and imagination.
CN1040
| Ceiling: | 125.00 mm |
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| Wall: | 320.00 mm |
| Length: | 3.60 m |
Cornice Cn1040 has a large acanthus leaf pattern above the cornucopia symbol. the "horn of plenty". The two horns of plenty rising from the urn is an ancient symbol of wealth and abundance.
This is an imposing cornice that makes a strong stament of success and abundance.
CN1044
| Ceiling: | 100.00 mm |
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| Wall: | 300.00 mm |
| Length: | 3.60 m |
Cornice CN1044 is a smaller version of CN1045 being suitalble for slightly lower ceilings.
CN1045
| Ceiling: | 140.00 mm |
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| Wall: | 420.00 mm |
| Length: | 3.60 m |
Here begins the Acanthus Leaf range. The design of the leaf derives from a shrub common in the Mediterranean region, the ancient Greeks created a stylized version that has endured till today.
Cornice CN1045 has a subtantial length on the wall so a high ceiling is required. In the right room it gives an aura of timeless elegance.
CN1046
| Ceiling: | 105.00 mm |
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| Wall: | 365.00 mm |
| Length: | 3.60 m |
Cornice CN1046 is another cornice that requires the right room, but when installed in a suitably regal room it provides a powerful and unique feature.
CN1047
| Ceiling: | 135.00 mm |
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| Wall: | 320.00 mm |
| Length: | 2.80 m |
In CN1047 the acanthus leaf is set above winged lions, a truley regal cornice.
This cornice is one of the most "powerfull" designs we manufacture. If you have a room where this cornice is suitable the effect is really stunning.
CN112
| Ceiling: | 250.00 mm |
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| Wall: | 206.00 mm |
| Length: | 3.60 m |
This is our new Dentil cornice. It is a bigger version of CN39 and can be used on 3,0 metres ceiling and above.
February 2015
CN114
| Ceiling: | 225.00 mm |
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| Wall: | 225.00 mm |
| Length: | 4.80 m |
CN14
| Ceiling: | 200.00 mm |
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| Wall: | 100.00 mm |
| Length: | 3.60 m |
A smaller cornice with the same motifs as CN30.
CN19
| Ceiling: | 142.00 mm |
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| Wall: | 75.00 mm |
| Length: | 3.60 m |
Cornice CN19 has the clasical elements but it also has a prominent plain horizontal member seperating the ornamental elements. If you prefer a sparse yet elegant design this cornice works well on ceiling below 3.0 metres.
CN21
| Ceiling: | 95.00 mm |
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| Wall: | 85.00 mm |
| Length: | 3.60 m |
Cornice CN21 is our smallest dentil cornice, ideal for small rooms or low ceilings.
It can be used on 2.4 ceilings to give a touch of class to a modern home or in utility rooms of period homes.
CN2267
| Ceiling: | 245.00 mm |
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| Wall: | 225.00 mm |
| Length: | 3.30 m |
This is our largest Dentil cornice. It is a very imposing cornice with big teeth.
It looks great on a high ceiling, simple yet dignified.
CN2272
| Ceiling: | 185.00 mm |
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| Wall: | 285.00 mm |
| Length: | 3.60 m |
Cornice CN2272 is another large dentil cornice. The classical simplicity of these cornices makes them ideal when you require granduer withour fussiness.
CN2276
| Ceiling: | 129.00 mm |
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| Wall: | 128.00 mm |
| Length: | 3.60 m |
Cornice CN2276 is another variation of the rope and acanthus leaf design.
If these classical elements appeal to you, it is a matter of personal taste which one you select.
CN30
| Ceiling: | 250.00 mm |
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| Wall: | 115.00 mm |
| Length: | 3.60 m |
Cornice CN30 feature an acanthus leaf design with a rope motif above. Another cornice with an interesting but not overly obtrusive design.
CN37
| Ceiling: | 112.00 mm |
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| Wall: | 150.00 mm |
| Length: | 3.60 m |
Cornice CN37 combines an egg and dart motiff with a small dentil design. These timeless design features will bring a classical elegance to any home.
CN39
| Ceiling: | 157.00 mm |
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| Wall: | 110.00 mm |
| Length: | 3.60 m |
Cornice CN39 has a fine dentil feature. If you like dentil cornices but think they are a bit "strong" this could be right for you.
On higher ceiling the dentil effect is muted but the classical simplicity of the cornice remains.
CN405
| Ceiling: | 96.00 mm |
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| Wall: | 70.00 mm |
| Length: | 3.60 m |
Cornice CN405 has the classical cyma recta curve see CN61.
It is a truley timeless design being frequently used in both contemporary and period homes.
CN51
| Ceiling: | 250.00 mm |
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| Wall: | 200.00 mm |
| Length: | 3.60 m |
Cornice CN51 encompasses 3 elements of classical design. It has the acanthus leaf on top, dentil detail in the middle and egg and dart at the bottom.
An interesting cornice with lots of fine detail.
CN55
| Ceiling: | 189.00 mm |
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| Wall: | 160.00 mm |
| Length: | 3.60 m |
Cornice CN55 combines all three of the major classical design motiffs. It has an acanthus leaf pattern at the top, egg and dart at the bottom and a fine dentil feature in the middle.
It is a highly detailed cornice that provides a stunning effect when installed in larger rooms.
CN56
| Ceiling: | 180.00 mm |
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| Wall: | 160.00 mm |
| Length: | 4.20 m |
If you have 3 metre ceilings please consider this cornice. The photograph hardly does it justice. When viewed on the ceiling it appears quite simple yet extremely elegant.
It has a restrained style that will enhance any home built on a grander scale.
CN61
| Ceiling: | 150.00 mm |
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| Wall: | 170.00 mm |
| Length: | 4.80 m |
Cornice CN61 is a large classical cyma recta curve. This wave like form originated in ancient Greece where it was believed to be one of the "most perfect forms". Today it imparts a simple elegance where ever it is used.
It is has a simple elegance that fits with both contemporary and period homes.
CN77
| Ceiling: | 110.00 mm |
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| Wall: | 140.00 mm |
| Length: | 3.60 m |
The square spiral is a classical motif but it was made popular during the 20th century by Versace.
Cornice CN77 can be used in both period and modern homes to add a touch of classical class.