Mariner’s Compass
Dating back to when floorcloths were first being used in America in the early 18th century, they were found in seacoast towns. This explains the use of the Compass motif on so many historic floorcloths. The central Compass design can be enhanced with many border options. There are also several versions of the compass itself which can be incorporated. The one shown above is called the Wetherstone compass. It came from an early advertisement for a floorcloth painter in the early 19th century.
Any of these compass designs can be artistically enhanced with Lisa Curry Mair’s beautiful handpainted effects such as marbling, sponging and dragging. Click here to see all of the color and texture choices that are available to you.
Pricing on these compass floorcloths starts at $35/square foot. Prices increase as options are added. There is a minimum size of 50 square feet. Typical sizes are 8′ X 10′ and 9′ X 12′. Lisa enjoys focusing her attention on large, artistic pieces. She does not create small, kitchen sink or entry doormat floorcloths. Call the studio for details and to have Lisa draw up a floorcloth layout in the size and colors you would like.
Compass Star Woodgrain
Like an ingrain wood pattern, this floorcloth fills tis wonderful entry with warmth and charm.
Octagon Compass with Greek Key
A softly washed Kendall Charcoal background allows the center compass to pop with this elegant Greek Key-bordered octagon.
Mariner’s Compass
As shown in solid colors of Essex Green, Monterey White, Cottage Red, Hale Navy and Lenox Tan, this compass creates a bold statement.
Compass in Bridge
This floorcloth was customized to fit within two connected rooms. The end with the compass fits within a bay window area.
Compass Star
This Compass Star is in the entry for the Weathersfield Inn, just down the road from Canvasworks.
Hallway Mariner’s Compass
This compass floorcloth fills a long narrow hall space. The lighter border creates an airy openness.
Whetherstone Compass
From an advertisement for a floorcloth painter in the early 19th century.