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The history of antique furniture is very complex and confusing. It is presented in more than one volume of the encyclopedia and not on one web page on the Internet. Therefore, we will focus on specific data in order to facilitate knowledge.
Jacobean. This style was popular from 1600 to 1690 and is named after James I. All designs have a medieval appearance, including straight and rigid designs, strong structures, and rich carved finishes, usually oak.
William and Mary. The direction is named after William and Mary of England (1689-1694), whose popularity peaked in 1690-1725. Dutch and Chinese influences are reflected in the models' legs, lacquer finishes and cushions.
Pay attention to the sketch of such a leg: their thick top and narrow bottom are personified with the development of world progress.
Queen Anne. The style bears the name of Queen Anne, who ruled England from 1702 to 1714. All products have a slender and graceful appearance with curved lines.
The violin model is another nod to the furniture of this period, which was made of oak and walnut (since these are common woods of the time).
Early Georgian (1714-1760) - named after Kings George I and George II. Items of this direction are distinguished by heavy proportions, carefully carved legs that have rounded shapes, and carved ornaments. Masters used walnut wood.
Late Georgian. This style covers the reign of George III, 1760–1811. The furniture emphasized subtle, straight, contrasting and neoclassical motifs and patterns.
Regency (1812-1830). When George III became mentally ill, his son, the Prince of Wales, named himself King Regent, hence the direction's name. The prince was much more interested in interior design than his father, and his tastes were reflected in many products.
Distinctive features were masks, metal legs on chairs and tables, a free ring of a pen (some were even with lion heads). Brass was used for decoration.
victorian. Named for Queen Victoria, who ruled from 1837 to 1901. This style is characterized by gothic forms, carvings and elaborate ornamentation. It was at this time that the mass production of furniture began. It is very confusing because it combines Gothic, Egyptian, Greek, rococo, Renaissance and Queen Anne directions. Mahogany was the main material for work.
Eastlake is named after Charles Eastlake. His designs, technically victorian, are radical aberrations. Many of these models can be purchased in antique shops at an affordable price.
Eastlake furniture incorporates modest curves. The threads on it are slightly notched rather than deeply carved as on Victorian designs. Cherry and oak wood was more commonly used.
Between 1880 and 1910, Victorian wares had some differences, namely rectilinear designs, simple and straight lines, and the use of dark stained oak. A well-known furniture company at that time was Stickley, which is still famous for its high-quality products.
