Sunday, November 18, 2007

The Various Uses And Ways Of Creating And Living With Ottomans

One of the enduring influences of the Turks still present up to these times are ottomans. The ottoman is neither a footstool, a chair, a bench nor a table but can be used for all such purposes! The Ottoman was named after the Ottoman Empire's Turkish armies in 1300s. The armies then brought these portable pieces of furniture with them while they were conquering parts of Europe and their neighboring countries. In the Victorian era, the English modified and embellished ottomans and placed them as mainstays in their parlors and sitting areas. This piece of furniture was initially made for relaxation. Today, these can almost instantly make a room elegant and stylish.
1. Functionality!
- A storage container for books
- A setup for kids and their toys
- Con View the rest of this article


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