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(Above photo - Period Victorian Wellington Chest Blonde Oak )
English antiques encompass a rich and diverse history, representing various eras that have left distinctive marks on the design, craftsmanship, and styles of different periods. Here's a guide to the main eras of English antiques:
(Above photo - Set Oak Dining Chairs Tudor Farmhouse )
Tudor Furniture: Characterized by heavy, oak pieces, often adorned with simple carvings and geometric designs. Tapestry and Textiles: Richly embroidered tapestries and textiles, displaying elaborate motifs and vibrant colors.
Elizabethan Furniture: Introduced more intricate carvings and turned wood features, displaying more ornate and elaborate designs.
(Above photo - Victorian Walnut Cabinet Sideboard Breakfront Inlay )
Jacobean Furniture: Heavy and sturdy oak pieces, incorporating more decorative turnings, twisted legs, and geometric carvings.
Caroline Furniture: The furniture of this period was more refined, embracing the use of walnut and oak with simpler carving styles and less ornamentation.
(Above photo - Regency Breakfront Bookcase Mahogany Lambs Manchester 1880 )
Restoration Furniture: Reflecting the influence of French and Dutch styles, furniture became more elegant, introducing veneering and lacquered finishes.
William and Mary Furniture: Featured refined designs, including marquetry and walnut, often displaying Dutch influence and more delicate forms.
(Above photo - William IV Centre Table Octagaonal Inlay Antique )
Queen Anne Furniture: Known for its graceful and curvilinear forms, featuring cabriole legs, fiddle-back chairs, and refined walnut pieces.
Early Georgian (1714-1760): Marked by the reigns of George I, II, and III, showcasing Chippendale, Hepplewhite, and Sheraton styles. Mahogany became the dominant wood.
Late Georgian (1760-1837): Embraced the Regency style, exhibiting lighter and more refined designs influenced by Neoclassicism.
(Above photo - Pair Victorian Display Cabinets Ebonized Antique 1860 )
Early Victorian (1837-1860): Showcased a blend of historic revivals such as Gothic, Rococo, and Renaissance styles, often characterized by heavy, ornate designs. Late Victorian (1860-1901): Moved towards more eclectic and diverse designs, influenced by Arts and Crafts and Aesthetic movements.
(Above photo - Victorian Davenport Desk Walnut 1880 )
Edwardian Furniture: Departed from the heavier Victorian styles, embracing lighter and more delicate forms, often incorporating elements of Art Nouveau and Arts and Crafts.
(Above photo - Carlton House Desk Satinwood 1880 )
Art Deco (1920s-1930s): Characterized by geometric shapes, bold colors, and the use of new materials like chrome and glass.
Mid-Century Modern (1950s-1960s): Embraced clean lines, organic forms, and functional designs in furniture and home decor.
Understanding the main eras of English antiques involves recognizing the distinct characteristics, materials, and styles prevalent in each period. Exploring museums, antique shops, and historical resources can provide valuable insights into the evolution of English design and craftsmanship over the centuries.
At Canonbury Antiques we carry a whole range of types of English antiques including dining tables and chairs, desks, writing tables, bookcases, seating and sideboards. Please get in touch
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