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2. Antimacassar - Wikipedia

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   An antimacassar / ˌ æ n t ɪ m ə ˈ k æ s ər / is a small cloth placed over the backs or arms of chairs, or the head or cushions of a sofa, to prevent soiling of the permanent fabric underneath. [1] The name also refers to the cloth flap 'collar' on a sailor's shirt or top, used to keep macassar oil off the uniform. [citation needed]

3. Victorian decorative arts - Wikipedia

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   A bare room was considered to be in poor taste, so every surface was filled with objects that reflected the owner's interests and aspirations. The parlour was the most important room in a home and was the showcase for the homeowners where guests were entertained. The dining room was the second-most important room in the house.

4. Slipcover - Wikipedia

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   A slipcover (also called loose cover) is a fitted protective cover that may be slipped off and onto a piece of upholstered furniture. Slipcovers are usually made of cloth. Slipcovers slip on and off; they come fresh and may be removed for seasonal change, cleaning, moving, or storage. Slipcovers are sometimes defined as "clothing for furniture."

5. Slipcover (architecture) - Wikipedia

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   Constructing a slipcover with a contemporary design over an existing building was a less expensive alternative to tearing down and building anew. [1] Sometimes attachments of the slipcover caused damage to the original facings. At other times, slipcovers have protected the original facings from deterioration. [2] Slipcovers are used on structures.

6. William Morris textile designs - Wikipedia

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   Tulip and willow design for printed textiles (1873) William Morris (1834-1898), a founder of the British Arts and Crafts movement, sought to restore the prestige and methods of hand-made crafts, including textiles, in opposition to the 19th century tendency toward factory-produced textiles.

7. AOL Style & Fashion News, Tips, Deals and More - AOL.com

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   AOL Editors curate the Style section to bring you the latest in celebrity fashion, latest style tips, and beauty deals.