Styles & Eras
At Arrowsmith Antique & Interiors were offer a variety of antique furniture, lighting, clocks and decorative items ranging from the 18th century through to the mid 20th century. If you are looking for an item of particular age you can search by the date categories below, and we also have beautiful French furniture and decorative interior items. We have chest of drawers, tables, cabinets, chandeliers, mirrors and clocks from the Georgian, Regency, Victorian, Edwardian, Art Deco and Mid-century periods.
The Georgian era spanned the reign of King George I, George II, George III to George IV. Georgian furniture has beautiful patina and is known for the use of mahogany and oak timbers and is characterised by its straighter lines. Notable designers and makers of the period were Thomas Chippendale, George Hepplewhite and Thomas Sheraton.
The Regency design influences were taken from Egyptian, Roman and Grecian design and Japanese black and gold lacquer. The Regency era was refined and stylish and notable furniture makers were Thomas Hope and George Smith.
Queen Victoria took the throne in 1837, marking an era when furniture became increasingly decorative. Popular woods used in furniture production during this time included mahogany, rosewood, and walnut. As the British Empire expanded, the ability to import high-quality timbers enabled furniture makers to use timbers that were not readily available previously. Renowned furniture makers of the Victorian period were Gillows of Lancaster & London, Holland & Sons and Maple & Co.
King Edward VII reigned Great Britain from 1901 - 1910, which is known as the Edwardian era. Furniture from this era was more refined in style and size, and featured marquetry inlays. There was also a revival of the Sheraton and Hepplewhite look of the Georgian era. Mahogany and walnut remained popular with the addition of timbers like satinwood used as crossbanding.
The Art Deco era was a decorative period in time which was characterised by glamour, the use of new materials and geometric and stepped patterns which can be seen in architecture, furniture, lighting and clothing.
Mid-century modern dates from 1945 - 1970. The golden age of Hollywood Regency overlapped and influenced this era, and the use of materials like brass and metal were popular. Famous designers were Maison Jansen, Maison Charles and Gio Ponti.
The reigns of Louis XIV, Louis XV, and Louis XVI lasted from 1643 to 1793. French design during this era is characterized by ornate bronze gilt mounts and marquetry inlaid furniture. Louis XV introduced curved, softer shapes, while Louis XVI favoured more elegant forms and Neoclassical styles. Notable makers and designers from this period include Andre Charles Boulle, Jean Berain the Elder, and Jean Henri Reisener. In the 19th century, furniture continued to draw inspiration from these royal reigns, maintaining a high standard of craftsmanship
