Victorian Period Style Furniture

Victorian 1840 to 1910 the victorian period named after england s queen victoria served as a very sharp contrast to the shaker period.
Victorian period style furniture. Furniture history changed forever through the victorian period. However this furniture style is not austere. One period of the victorian era that flies away with straight lines is louis xvi. The art nouveau influence of natural motifs was apparent but in a less stylized manner.
Renowned for the graceful curves and rich tones victorian furniture offers a sense of regal beauty capable of elevating the atmosphere of any room. It is adorned with ovals arches applied medallions wreaths garlands urns and other victorian flourishes. Victorian furniture is characterized by a romantic influence heavy proportions dark finish and elaborate ornamentation. 6 or 12 month special financing available.
Homes were filled to the brim with big furniture and excessive amounts of ornaments. Victorian period furniture was ornate in design and hugely overstuffed. You will find the world s finest victorian and french furniture reproductions for your living dining bedroom and more. The antique reproduction shop has one of the largest ranges of antique reproduction furniture available.
Style was eclectic and some would say cluttered. Furniture made during queen victoria s reign from 1837 to 1901 drew heavily from gothic rococo and louis xv furniture with dark finishes or gilding embellishments and heavy proportions. Styles like victorian federation georgian louis chippendale art deco and so much more can. The upholstery of this period matched the ornate stylings of the wood with needlepoint and tapestry adorning many of the most intricate pieces.
When it comes to beauty and elegance the victorian era remains a constant presence in the world of home furnishings. Created during the industrial revolution victorian furniture was the first style to be manufactured. There was plenty of furniture made due to the change in history of methods of manufacture the machine had taken over and was able to produce mass amounts of victorian furniture to satisfy the vast demand by the middle class people that desired it. Get 5 in rewards with club o.
As the period aged more ornamentation became present on the finished furniture styles. Victorian furniture is formal elaborate and opulent. Chaise lounge french provincial gold and white 2 299 00. Free shipping on everything at overstock your online furniture store.