The Furniture Specialist

Georgian Chippendale Furniture

Posted by: miyakayusheto on: June 19, 2009

The Georgian Antique Furniture was made sometime during 1714 through to the 1830s when four kings all called George in Great Britain. (George I, George II, George III and George IV). Although the styles were not indistinguishable throughout this time period and the personal preference and interests of these sovereigns were all not very similar, this fixtures made during this time period is referred to as Georgian Antique Furniture. Inspiration for features like columns and porticoes, came from the classical Greece and Rome, that originate the ideas about the symmetry. This style dates back to the late 18th century, and was predominantly made from mahogany. They are a slight elaboration from the Queen Anne style with more ornate carvings and features, many of which were quite bold. Many of these furniture themes were also used such as Chinese, Rococo, English, and Greek Classic. The chair backs were especially intricate.

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There four types of Georgian antique furniture styles that became marked and in time became well-known took on the names of the artisans. That includes the Chippendale style antique furniture (1755-1790) with combination of Chinese motifs as well as Gothic arches. Some chairs and tables often bun feet or had claw. Georgian Adam was known for its straight lines. The one with straight, tapered legs are enhanced by Adam designs from the original design of Georgian Hepplewhite. Straighter detailing was also known as Georgian Sheraton. The periods that follow and have particular unique features include Regency, Victorian and Edwardian antiques that readily suites most of the latest and modern designed homes and home furniture. Most of the Georgian furniture was made from mahogany. As well as furnishings, fabrics became less dark and heavy when it was imitated the exotic style called chinoserie after china way back 18th century by century craftsmen in England and America. Rich brocades gave way to lighter silks. Linen and cotton soft furnishings could be plain, or decorative in restrained stripes or floral sprigs on a whitish background.

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