Decorate in Victorian Style
The Victorian Era of England was a period of elegance and artistic style. During this period, the country went through remarkable social, political, literary and religious reformations. This time period is named during the reign of Queen Victoria, which lasted from 1837 to 1901. Victorian style living was one of the most upheld fashions of all time. Most importantly, in modern days, Victorian interior designing has been given a striking significance. The Victorian era incorporated influences from many different cultures to develop decorative arts. What is notable about Victorian interior designing is that it gave priority toorder and excessive ornaments.There was aclear division between public and private spacein a home. The rooms were neatly divided into drawing room, parlour, kitchen quarters, and halls and so on. Sometimes a bedroom was separated into two by a door.
Victorian furniture were designed with styles from many periods including Gothic, Elizabethan, Tudor, Rocco and neo-classical. Gothic and Rocco designs were more popular. The culture during this period reflected proper manners and well-regulated lives. Thus, the characteristics of furniture were also grandeur and sophisticated. Furniture were elaborately carved, ornamented and generally had a dark finish. Chairs were upholstered, had large puffy cushions, and mostly regal looking. Wood was the main element of all furniture and metal was used only in small proportions. Dark wood with a reddish tint and deep brown hues was mostly used due to the gothic influences. Dark mahogany, black walnut, rosewood, bog oak, ash and maple were popular choices of wood.
Most furniture belonging to this period was large and intricately carved. The carvings were usually natural designs such as leaves, flowers and animals. These pieces have curves, angular lines, decorative friezes and curved mouldings. Upholstery usually had rich and textured material like velvet. The colours were usually dark. Almost all upholstered furniture had tassels, fringes and embellishments. Curved ‘serpentine’ seats, three seater sofas, pedestal games tables, console tables, wooden wine coolers, Kidney desks, side cabinets and sewing tables are some of the Victorian antique furniture to decorate our homes with. The significant classy look of this furniture made them popular outside England too. It spread to other European countries and even United States.
Ornamental glass work, vintage furniture and sterling silver are some other works of décor belonging to the Victorian era. Authentic Victorian furniture can give an appealing and a great value to a house. If you are an art lover, a collector or just 19th century fashionable, these furniture and home decors can transport you to an age that valued sophistication and style.
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Victorian antique furniture holds a great historic value. There is a wide range of Victorian antique furniture at Ronald Phillips store.
Antique Victorian Oak Bookcase
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Coaster Dining Chairs with Double Press Back Oak Finish, Set of 2 $279.99 Solid Oak Back Side Chair (1 Pair) by Coaster Furniture Dimensions:5275AN Side Chair: (16-1/2l x 20-3/4d x 42h) Some assembly may be required. Please see product details…. |
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Set of 2 Dining Side Chair in Antique Oak Finish $299.99 Dining side chair in antique oak finish features great crafted details. Shaped back and cushion seat for more comfortable feel. Provides functionality and durability for years to come. Dimension: 17″W X 20″D X 36″H. Matching Table is also available and sold seperately…. |
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Set of 2 Victorian Press Back Dining Side Chairs This beautiful Victorian style side chair will be a lovely complement to your dining room decor. The traditional oak chair will fit nicely into a casual or formal dining room setting, with a splat back featuring an intricate pressed design and turned supportive spindles. Turned legs complete this chair, in a warm medium oak that will blend with your decor. Dimension: Width: 16.5″ x Depth: 20.75″… |
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Mayfair 44OR-000 Classic Molded Wood Round Toilet Seat, White with Oil-Rubbed Bronze Hinges $20.80 Premium beveled edge molded wood toilet seat with oil rubbed bronze hinge has durable multicoat enamel finish and nontarnish stylish metal hinges for a secure, no wobble fit. Fits all round toilet bowls. Shrink packed. White…. |
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Door Knockers Black Cast Iron, Door Knocker Black Iron Oak Leaf 6 H x 3 W $69.00 Door Knocker Black Iron Oak Leaf 6 H x 3 W… |
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Kingston Brass KB972B Victorian Widespread Lavatory Faucet with Oak and Porcelain Handle, Polished Brass (Not CA/VT Compliant) $139.49 Kingston Brass KB972B Victorian Widespread Bathroom Faucet, 8″ – 16″ Spread, Polished Brass Two Handle Deck Mount, 3 Hole Sink Application, 8″ to 16″ Widespread, 3 hole 8″ to 16″ center spread installation, Fabricated from solid brass material for durability and reliability, Premium color finish resist tarnishing and corrosion, 1/4 turn On/Off water control mechanism, 1/2″ IPS male threaded inlets… |
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6 x 4 (15cm x 10cm) Art Greetings Card The Headcorn Oak Kent 1865 $3.99 Brand new item ready for rapid despatch… |
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Victorian Oak Lawn Red Dollhouse Wallpaper. $3.29 Oak Lawn Red 11.5″h x 18″w Wallpaper. Favorite High Victorian colors of olive green, brown, rusty red, yellow ochre, teal and burgundy distinguish these bold designs. This wallpaper is a cherry red against a rose red background. You will be able to add more quantity of this beautiful paper when you go through my checkout…. |
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Dollhouse Miniature Victorian Living Room Set For your dollhouse. Mirror-back sofa with lady’s and gent’s chairs; ideal for smaller houses. Wooden coffee table; fabric may vary slightly. Chairs: 2 3/8″W x 3 7/8″H x 2″DSofa: 4 1/16″W x 4 1/16″H x 2 1/4″DCoffee Table: 3 3/4″W x 1 1/2″H x 2 1/4″D… |
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Stevenson Brothers’ Oak Rocking Horse $6,800.00 This English Oak rocking horse by The Stevenson Brothers from Bethersden, England is based on a 1910 design originally manufactured by the legendary F.H. Ayres, purveyor of the finest rocking horses during the Victorian era, and prized by children of all ages and British royalty alike. The horse, made from traditional English Oak wood with its natural beauty and distinctive pattern, is hand carved… |
