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Mission 1880-1920

The Mission Period symbolized another minimalist period in furniture design. Upholstery items during the Mission Period typically featured leather, most likely due to practicality rather than design aesthetic. Common furniture finishes included lacquer, shellac and wax.

Traditional Revival 1920-1950 The Traditional Revival Period marked a revival of the Colonial and Federal Periods, brought back by popular demand. The Traditional Revival Period relied heavily on intricate inlays and veneers along with shapely turnings to decorate what were primarily straight lines.

Shaker 1820-1860

The Shaker period was named after a religious movement of the period, with furniture influence being simple and utilitarian. Furniture within this period features straight lines, woven or cane seat material, simple turned wooden knobs and visible locking joinery.

Victorian 1840-1920

Modern and Post Modern 1950-Present The Modern and Post-Modern periods were a stark departure from previous centuries and furniture design. The Modern and Post- Modern Period relied heavily on Asisan and African influences and featured furniture buit from a number of mass produced materials. Common building materials include molded plywood, metals and plastics.

T he Victorian Period was named after England’s Queen Victoria, and served as a sharp contrast to the Shaker period. The upholstery of this period featured needlepoint and tapestry adorning ornate wooden frames. Common building materials of the Victorian Period include black walnut, oak, maple and ash. Typically furniture featured rosewood inlays for contrast.

Art Nouveau 1890-1910

The Art Nouveau Period borrowed influence from a number of previous periods, with design typically featuring elaborate ornamental carvings and veneer inlays. Upholstery during the Art Nouveau Period featured several opylen fabrics, including velvet, tapestries, leather and linen.