Few things can compare with the natural, fragile and modest beauty of fresh flowers. It is no coincidence that these amazing creations of nature can most often be found on the famous Zhostovsky trays and other products of the famous ancient Russian craft. Contrary to popular misconceptions, Zhostovskaya painting does not lose its relevance until now. There is also a place for luxurious floral motifs in the interior of a modern apartment. Experts of the brand “Russian Palette”share interesting ideas and design solutions.
At the very origins
The world-famous craft originated at the beginning of the XIX century, in the small workshops of the village of Zhostovo and neighboring villages. The first products in the Zhostovsky style were boxes and snuffboxes made of papier-mache. The famous trays, which became the hallmark of Zhostovo, appeared a little later, when the fashion for tea drinking and samovars appeared in Russia.
The main trademark of the Zhostovsky painting was and remains a floral theme — lush bouquets made up of large garden and small wild flowers. Most often they are placed on a laconic black background. However, today, for the background, as well as for the bouquets themselves, all imaginable and unthinkable variety of color palette is used. Actually, thanks to this, a unique Zhostovsky flavor is born.
Waltz of flowers in the kitchen
The history of Zhostovo painting continues today. Preserving unshakable traditions, it finds its place in the interior of a modern house. In particular, Zhostovsky patterns organically fit into the kitchen environment, regardless of its style.
Lush and elegant flowers, worked out in detail with a brush, look incredibly successful on a large scale. And if you have decided to globally transform the appearance of the kitchen, the artists of the Zhostovsky factory can paint one of the walls in a traditional manner according to an individual design project. But here it should be taken into account that if you take an entire wall for Zhostovsky painting, the color scheme of the rest of the interior should be kept in calm neutral tones. There should be no more complicated accents and catchy details in it.
Another original and win-win solution is to decorate household appliances with a Zhostovsky pattern, for example, the door of an oven or refrigerator. The combination of the artistic traditions of the ancient Russian craft with modern objects creates an expressive accent in the interior, from which it is impossible to look away.
Art in detail
The Zhostovo collection contains a lot of interior items that will give any city apartment the same Russian folk flavor and enliven the atmosphere.
Paintings with floral variations and still lifes always look luxurious and attractive. A stool-bookcase with Zhostovsky painting will become an interesting accent in the living room. You can put a low floor lamp or a vase with flowers on it. A wide scented candle with natural wax and a mirror in a wide spectacular frame will add comfort and a sense of harmony to the bedroom. A bright silk scarf with an elegant floral print will also find an interesting application. It can be used as a cape on a chair or fixed on a baguette, turning it into an original panel. Colorful painted watering cans and white street lights with a floral pattern can be used to decorate a winter garden on the balcony. The study will be complemented by a wall calendar and a daily planner with traditional Zhost symbols.
Tray in a new role
Zhostovsky fishery, as we have already recalled, is famous for its trays. By the way, the exclusive collection includes not only round trays, but also other forms that have become traditional for Zhostovsky trays. Rectangular, triangular, narrow and wide, oval and with edges in the form of flower petals. The variety of floral variations and thematic plots does not lend itself to description at all. In addition, you can become the owner of a unique tray made by craftsmen to order.
If desired, the Zhostovsky tray can easily be turned into an interesting and very functional detail of a modern interior. Place the tray in the center of the dining table, place a teapot with a sugar bowl and a bowl of cookies and sweets on it. This simple touch will add a warm atmosphere to family tea parties. And here is another option. Put a few wide candles on a tray, and put fresh apples, oranges and pomegranates around it — you will get a cozy composition in a winter style that will decorate the living room.
Turn a rectangular tray into an original place for storing various items. You can put magazines, an organizer with stationery, reading glasses, paper for notes, a diary or a notebook with a pen on it. Then there will always be an exemplary order in your workplace. There are many variations-you just need to give free rein to your imagination.
The history of Zhostovo painting dates back two centuries. Preserving the traditions of the past, it finds continuation in the present, including in the modern interior. If you are imbued with the charm of antiquity, in the collection of the brand “Russian Palette” you will find a lot of items in the corporate Zhostovsky style, starting with the famous trays and ending with sets of dishes and real samovars. All these are unique creations created by the hands of skilled craftsmen. Any of these artful things will become a worthy decoration of your home and fill it with a unique Russian flavor.