Corbels
Corbels are a great way to add elegance and style to any home, apartment or building. They are found inside or outside, and have been around for hundreds of years. Whether they are placed for support (as originally designed), or for decoration, they are sure to add a finer touch to any building or room
despite the appeal of these corbels, many people are unsure exactly what is a "corbel" ? Essentially, a corbel is a piece of stone, or possibly timber, which juts out of a wall to carry incumbent weight. But, they do much more than just this , as they also allure and provide one with a brief yet detailed look into a buildings past. The name derives from a French word meaning crow, because of the corbel's beaklike shape.
Notable examples of corbels worldwide include:
* The Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris
* Maes Howe, a particularly fine Neolithic chambered cairn in Scotland.
* Gallarus Oratory, an early Christian church in Ireland, is built with corbel vaulting.
Kitchen Corbels
Oak Corbels
brick corbels
cedar corbel
corner corbel
marble corbels
1. Customer Photo: Red Oak Athens Bar Corbels | Product Showcase
Customer Sara S. of Forsyth, Illinois, recently submitted a great picture to Osborne Wood Products, Inc. showcasing her purchase of three red oak Athens Bar Corbels (8020). Sara was thrilled with the appearance and quali ...
(http://blog.osbornewood.com/blog/2012/05/11/customer-photo-red-oak-athens-bar-corbels/)
2. Customer Photos: Roman Island Height Corbel with Acanthus ...
This Beautiful, Spacious Kitchen Incorporates the Island Height Corbels Nicely! A Close-Up of the Roman Island Height Corbels with Acanthus Leaves (Osborne Part #1406). A motto at Osborne Wood Products, Inc. is ... ...
(http://blog.osbornewood.com/blog/2012/05/11/customer-photos-roman-island-height-corbel-with-acanthus-leaves/)
3. WishiHadThat - Corbels - Decor Superstore - Crown Molding, Ceiling ...
Over 75 styles of decorative corbels all designed from high density polyurethane. For a great selection and low prices, WishIHadThat.com is the place to buy corbels ... ...
(http://www.wishihadthat.com/corbels.aspx)
4. Corbels - Corbels for Kitchen Counters and Corbels for Cabinets
Wood corbels carved with floral and grape design for kitchen cabinets and support of kitchen counters. This corbels are popular for Tuscan kitchen as well as French ... ...
(http://www.invitinghome.com/Corbels/OW_Corbels_List2.htm)