•Victorian, 1830-1890
–Named for Queen Victoria
–English design copied enthusiastically in America.
–Large, heavy, substantially built, clumsy style.
–Dark shades of upholstery are used, and
–Many designs show poor planning.
–Rosewood and black walnut are favored woods.
–Carving motifs: scrolls, flowers, leaves, &
figures.
–Chairs have oval and horseshoe-shaped backs. Large rockers became popular.
–Dining room furniture was large and bulky, with pedestal tables predominating.