Inclosed, or nearly inclosed, with land; as, the Mediterranean Sea, between Europe and Africa.
Inland; remote from the ocean.
Of, pertaining to, or located in the Mediterranean Sea or on the adjacent lands; as, Mediterranean trade; a Mediterranean voyage; a Mediterranean plant.
This style originated in countries north of the Mediterranean Sea, such as Spain, Greece and Italy and is often referred to today as Spanish modern. Mediterranean-style furniture ranges from simply functional to extremely formal. Pieces are short with ornately turned legs and feet; hardware is heavy and often burnished. Walls are predominantly textured; a bull-nose edge is a common design detail on countertops and fireplace mantels. More info
the largest inland sea; between Europe and Africa and Asia
of or relating to or characteristic of or located near the Mediterranean Sea; "Mediterranean countries"
Trade name applied to furniture inspired by that of countries touching on the Mediterranean Sea, particularly Spanish.
Relates to the body of water that separates Africa, Europe and Asia or to the land and people around it.
the region consisting of the countries around the Mediterranean sea.
This style originated in counties of the North Mediterranean Sea, such as Spain, Greece and Italy. Mediterranean has been popular since the 1500's and is often referred to today as Spanish Modern. Mediterranean furniture ranges from simply functional to extremely formal. The style is characterized by being built short and squat with ornately turned legs and feet. The hardware used is usually heavy and often burnished. Primary woods used include pecan, chestnut, mahogany and walnut. Mediterranean can often mix with contemporary, country and provincial pieces.
Commercial style name applied to furniture inspired by that in countries touching on the Mediterranean Sea, but mainly Spanish.