Artisans have been affixing plaster decorations to walls and ceilings for centuries--mostly in imitation of Greek and Roman bas-relief. In modern times, the practice peaked in the early 19th century ...

When it comes to home decor, wall color and furniture selection are the usual focal points of decorating. It's easy to overlook the statement-making architectural elements of a room, like decorative ...

Popular in 19th century homes, plaster ceiling medallions offer a visual transition and seat for a light fixture in important rooms. Their elaborate bas-relief designs also helped hide soot from oil ...