Date: 30/6/2007
"Venetian polished plasters and finishes such as marmorino are also coming back into vogue, courtesy of Henry van der Vijver (020-8742-1249; www.hvart.co.uk) . These are a more subtle way of creating interest for they rely on specialist techniques and layers of stone & marble plaster to give rich and moody effects. They look particularly wonderful in deep colours such as aubergine and claret, and are amazing in a Venetian red. Many of the finishes - such as Stucco Venetiano - are not only ravishing to look at, they are practical too. Suede, pearl and metallic finishes are available."
Lucia van der Post, June 30th 2007
