Iron BalustradesIron balustrades are beautiful, custom-made staircase handrails. Stemming from the French word "balustre," balustrades are made up of several elements of decoration. These can include molded shafts that are circular or square in shape, as well as the intricate design elements along the balustrade itself. Iron balustrades were first found in ancient Assyrian palaces. They were often used in window balconies, but were soon popular as stair railings as well with palaces at Venice and Verona in Italy. It was Michelangelo in the 16th century, however, who really gave balustrades a boost in popularity. He is actually credited with creating the first vase-shaped balustrade, which revolutionized the craft at the time. Iron Balustrades Today While many people only think of iron as the material used to make cooking pots and pans or industrial equipment, it can be very beautiful as well in various other areas of your home, adding an element of subtle integrity. At Montamari, you can design a personalized piece to match your style and interior decorating theme. With computer-aided drafting software, your iron dream can come true exactly the way you picture it. |
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