ENGLISH'S ANTIQUE FURNITURE PERIODES Part 2

English Periode is very interesting for Antique furniture history, th.e styles is very beautiful. This Article continued the previous same title about English Periode.

WILLIAM AND MARY
More foreign craftsmen (Dutch and French) I arrived in Britain following the accession of William of Orange and his wife Mary, the daughter of James II, in 1689. Fine cabinetmaking, walnut and ebony veneers and floral. Legs are turned to trumpet shapes or scrolled and scroll develops into cabriole leg by the end of William's reign in 1702.

QUEEN ANNE
During her reign, 1702- I 4, the cabriole leg donated; surfaces were veneered with walnut, but marquetry became less evident. English craftsmen, having acquired foreign skills, adapted these to their own style.

EARLY GEROGIAN
George I and early years of George II until about 1730; mainly a continuation of the Queen Anne style, but rather heavier. Claw-and-ball feet became the fashionable termination of the cabriole leg. Architect William Kent designed Italianate baroque furniture as a dramatic contrast to cool Palladian interiors.

MID GEROGIAN
George I, 1730-60 and the first year's of George III. Mahogany replaced walnut as the fashionable wood. In 1754, Chippendale's designs appear; Rib bon-back chairs, ornate gilt mirrors and con sole tables expressed the English interpretation of rococo. Some designs loosely followed French (Lou is XV) fashions. Gothic style revived.

LATE GEROGIAN
The George III period lasted from 1765 to I 1800, but the term is sometimes extended back to 1730. First came the neo-classical style led by Adam - vertical lines, ovals, circles, columns, urns, disciplined carving, gilding and painting related to the Louis XVI style. Those of Sheraton 1791-4, providing a domestic, middle-class version of neo-classicism.

EARLY VICTORIAN
Much furniture made in 1830-50 was still neoclassical, but heavier than Regency; some affinity with Charles X (French Restoration). Paralleled with this are the Gothic revival led by Pugin and the rococo revival by commercial manufacturers making balloon-back chairs, asymmetrical chaises lounges on cabriole legs. Increasing use of machines.

MID VICTORIAN
The Great Exhibition at Crystal Palace, 1851, brought Continental exhibitors to London, stimulating an eclectic taste for revivals of almost all historic styles, and imitated in poorer quality, mass-produced furniture. Mass dining and bedroom suites; but parlor pieces more elegant, with some sofas and chairs fringed and deep-buttoned in Napoleon III style. There were serious attempts at reviving medieval craftsmanship by reformers, such as Morris. Burgess, Talbert. Godwin who experimented with Japanese concepts.

LATE VICTORIAN
Heavy Victorian styles persisted until about 1910, along with reproductions of English, French and Italian historic types, but the Arts and Crafts Movement, led by Mackintosh, Ashbee, Baillie Scott and Voysey introduced new ideas in sympathy with some aspects of European art nouveau, to which are often married commercial products that are partly an offshoot of the Edwardian revival of Sheraton styles in mahogany with inlaid decoration.

MODERNIST AND ART DECO
The period between the two world wars, starked by genuine desire for greater I simplicity and honest, economically made furniture of the type produced by Heal and Russell, but in competition with mass-produced junk on the one hand and finely made but ex pensive products on the other. The term Art Deco - like most stylistic labels - was unknown at the time the furniture was being made. It derives from the 1925 Arts Decoratifs exhibition in Paris, and only came to be applied to the style in the 1960s.

ENGLISH'S ANTIQUE FURNITURE PERIODES Part 1

English furniture styles developed in ways broadly in line with those of mainland L. Europe, but were interpreted in a distinctive fashion. There were also many regional variations within the British Isles - a term that once encompassed England, Wiles, Scotland and Ireland. In England itself, regional accents are marked by the differences between, say, North Country chairs and those of the West Country; Salisbury and Norwi81 were noted centers of production at an early date. Wales retained the dresser and the press cupboard as status symbols long after they had ceased to be fashionable in England, and further distinctions are to be drawn between those of North and South Wales. In late-18thC Scotland, Edinburgh was producing sophisticated furniture, some of it with distinctive differences from that of London. In the mid-18th century, Irish furniture was so extravagant in its use of richly carved mahogany - especially for side tables on cabriole legs - that a whole class is described as 'Irish Chippendale'. If you are an American you will find it useful to understand the broad relationships between British and mainland European styles, and of course vice-versa.

MEDIEVAL
Romanesque Imported to Britain by the Normans following the conquest in 1066. Rounded arches - a typical Romanesque feature - occur on chests as late as the 17 thC, But the few examples still in existence which I date from earlier than 1300 are simply constructed and mostly carved with roundels bearing little relation to Romanesque architecture.

Gothic
About 1300 to 1550. The change from! Romanesque was gradual. Paneled construction from dates from about 1480, the panels were often carved with linen-fold. The coronation chair at Westminster Abbey has a back with a pointed arches made in 1296 by Master Walter of Durham, it was the first English piece firmly attributable to a named maker. The Gothic style was revived in the mid-late C and again in Regency and Vigorian times.

ELIZABETHAN
Renaissance When Elizabeth' came to the throne in 1558, most furniture was functional and plain. After 1570, a version of Renaissance style owing more to France and the Netherlands than to Italy found expression in fat turnings surmounted by Ionic capitals, solid inlay, carved caryatids, strapwork, split baluster turnings.

JACOBEAN
Strictly speaking, the reign of James I, (1603-25 ) but also used to cover that of Charles I (162549). Geometric moldings, split balusters, bobbin-turnings; popular until about 1720.

RESTORATION
Sometimes known as Carolean, in reference to Charles II, restored to the throne in 1660. Also covers the reign of James II, 1685-9. Dominant style is baroque but more Franco-Dutch than Italian. Twist legs, carved scrolls, caned seats and veneering. Skilled French workers sought refuge in Britain when Louis XIV of France ceased to protect Protestants, 1685.

Collectible things

A collector is the one who enjoy to search for unique, rare, old, funny or the things that can make them satisfied and excited when they see their collection..Collectors only search and collect collectible things, anything with value.

Even cardboard cereal boxes and old bottle caps are considered collectible because there are collectors who actually value these items enough to purchase them from one another. With this in mind, it’s easy to understand where the “one man’s trash is another man’s treasure” adage originated.

How can I find values for my collectibles?

1. By visiting online auctions to look up past results

2. Logging on to a large antique mall’s site and searcing the inventory for comparison pricing.

3. Checking online pricing of your collections on eBay.

4. Seeing what types of books on collectibles are on hand in our local library.

5. Making a trip to a large bookstore and see what we can find there, for instance : collectibles guides.

6. Always remember that values of your collections might be vary from coast to coast and from rural to urban areas.

Visiting online auctions to look up past results or logging on to a large antique mall’s site and searching the inventory for comparison pricing are two more convenient ways of assessing approximate value. You’ll want to keep in mind that online pricing, especially in auctions, can reflect values far less than prices dealers tend to ask in brick and mortar shops and at antiques shows. You can always research the old-fashioned way by seeing what types of books on collectibles are on hand in your local library. Or, make a trip to a large bookstore and see what you can find there. When you’re reading collectibles guides, remember that the prices are often inflated and you might not actually be able to sell an item for that much. Why? Authors sometimes use erratic auction prices in their valuation averages, which, for better or worse, can dramatically skew the results. Values also vary from coast to coast and from rural to urban areas.

More about Antique Furniture.

a. What is a piece of furniture’s age, old enough to be antique ?

An antique is an item with at least 100 years of age under its belt. That means that genuine Victorian pieces are now true antiques. However, the term antique is used rather loosely and often ends up reflecting the age of the person using it. To a teenager, a toy from the ‘50s seems “antique.” From a personal standpoint, I tend to view items less than 75 years old as “collectible” rather than antique. So, anything with collectible value can show up in an antiques shop regardless of the age.

b. How do we know something is old?

This is one of those learn as you go things. The more you look at, handle and learn about real antiques, the easier it is to distinguish old from new, after that you can just know which is new, old or antique pieces. Some general things to look for are materials not often used in modern production, hand applied ornamentation that may be machine applied today and styling that might be indicative of a certain time period such as the Art Deco period or Arts & Crafts movement. Antiques and older collectibles are not going to be absolutely new looking in most cases. This is why people pay so much more for items in "mint” condition, because they don’t crop up as often as pieces with telltale signs of aging and wear.

c. Watch out with reproduction !

How can we fiqure out a piece of furniture is a kind of reproduction not real antique one. The thing that we can do is to learn as much as possible about your collecting preferences and pay attention to details that indicate something isn’t quite right. Buying more expensive pieces from a reputable dealer is another good way to avoid being taken.

There are many ways to determine if a piece of antique furniture is a true piece of history or a clever reproduction.

· Signs of age: Since wood shrinks over time, look for signs of cracking, warping, and fading, as well as slightly ragged edges (a sign of the old-fashioned, pre-motorized handsaw). Mirror glass should be very thin and slightly warped. Look for notes of this in seller descriptions.

· Imperfections: From your review of the listing’s images, try to determine if the piece’s boards are of varying widths. Uniform board widths are a fairly modern invention.

As always, it’s important to get all the facts. If you have questions about a specific piece, ask the seller. Most antique furniture sellers are happy to provide you with additional details or photos of the piece to help you make an informed decision.

How to buy an Antique Furniture ?

Most people get started collecting antique furniture through inheritance -- You know, an older person in your family passes on and their furniture is passed on to the relatives. Most of the time the passed on goods are not quality antiques, but on occasion great pieces can be procured this way and it is absolutely the cheapest way to get started.

Once you have decided you may have an interest in antique furniture, feed that interest. Visit all types of antiques shops and auction houses. Listen carefully to other people as they discuss a particular piece. Don't' just glance at furniture - watch as experienced people turn it over, feel it and examine it. The more you LOOK and LISTEN, the more you learn.

Becoming knowledgeable about antique furniture takes research, even if you’re focusing on only one aspect of this wide-ranging subject.

• Establish value: Many collectors prefer specific eras, styles, and makers, while others have more eclectic tastes. In either case, an authentic piece’s value is most influenced by its condition, rarity, and history.
• Get an expert opinion: A trained eye is more likely to find an undervalued treasure (or a clever masquerade) than a novice. Stay informed about trends in the antiques market by consulting important trade publications.
• Consider practical matters: Carefully review the size and weight of each antique furniture piece you consider purchasing. Shipping furniture can be a pricey proposition. To reduce these costs, search for eBay sellers in your region. Also, look for sellers who use blanket-wrap shipping services.

Find a reasonably priced piece and BUY IT! This definitely helps feed one's interest. People are often reluctant to become involved in a purchase, but this is the best way to build interest and accelerate the learning process for the next purchase.

Remember, buy what you like and chances are that someone else will like it too when and if the time comes to sell.

This is a list of a few places to begin your search for antique furniture. Our other pages in this area cover these in greater depth.

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• Auctions
• Antiques Shops
• Online Store or Mall like eBay
• Junk Shops
• Fairs & Markets
• Flea Markets

What is Antique Furniture ?

If we want to complete our home’s interior with style and valueable things, a fine antique , especially a carefully selected piece of antique furniture that's both functional and beautiful, will ring o’ bell in our mind. We can imagine if we will see our comfortable home decorated not only with a good interior design, but also with the elegan and high taste antique furnitures.

What is the antique furniture ? is the old carved wood furniture or a piece which the old man inherited to their child and grandchild. So what is anyway ? The Antique furniture is the term for collectible interior furnishings of considerable age; often its age, rarity, condition, utility, or other unique features makes the furniture desirable. Antique furniture may support the human body (such as seating or beds), provide storage, or hold objects on horizontal surfaces above the ground. Storage furniture (which often makes use of doors, drawers, and shelves) is used to hold or contain smaller objects such as clothes, tools, books, and household goods. Furniture can be a product of artistic design and is considered a form of decorative art. In addition to furniture's functional role, it can serve a symbolic or religious purpose. Domestic furniture works to create, in conjunction with furnishings such as clocks and lighting, comfortable and convenient interior spaces. Furniture can be made from many materials, including metal, plastic, and woods, but mostly wood. Cabinetry and cabinet making are terms for the skill set used in the building of furniture