PERIOD INTERIORS

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DESCRIPTION
STONE AGE
Skara Brae, a Neolithic settlement in Orkney,
Scotland, dating back to around 3200 BCE,
features stone-built furniture, including display
cabinets with shelves, often embedded into the
walls of the dwellings. These cabinets were likely
used for storage and display of personal
belongings, showcasing the resourcefulness and
functional design of early human furniture in a
communal setting.

ANCIENT EGYPT
Hatnefer's chair, dating back to the 18th Dynasty
of ancient Egypt, is an exquisite example of
wooden furniture with intricate carvings and
inlays. The chair features a high, elaborately
decorated backrest and elegant lion-shaped legs,
showcasing the craftsmanship and artistic flair of
the period.

GREEK EMPIRE
The Klismos chair is a classic ancient Greek chair
characterized by its distinct shape, featuring a
concave backrest, curving legs, and a subtle
curvature of the seat. Renowned for its elegant
and ergonomic design, the Klismos chair has
influenced furniture styles throughout history and
remains an enduring symbol of Greek classical
aesthetics.
 ROMAN EMPIRE
Curule seat, is a design of a (usually) foldable and
transportable chair noted for its uses in Ancient
Rome and Europe through to the 20th century. Its
status in early Rome as a symbol of political or
military power carried over to other civilizations,
as it was also used in this regard by kings in
Europe, Napoleon, and others.

DARK AGES
The 13th-century hutch chest was a sturdy
wooden storage chest with a hinged lid,
commonly used for storing valuables, textiles, and
household items. Decorated with intricate
carvings and often featuring iron fittings, these
chests served both utilitarian and decorative
purposes in medieval households.

BYZANTINE EMPIRE
The Maximianus Archbishop throne chair is a
Byzantine-era ecclesiastical seat characterized by
ornate carvings, rich materials, and intricate
details. It reflects the opulence and prestige
associated with ecclesiastical authority during the
time of Maximianus, Archbishop of Ravenna in
the 6th century.

RENAISSANCE PERIOD
The Savonarola chair is a folding X-shaped seat
with a straight back and arms, often made of wood
or metal. It has historical roots in Renaissance
Italy and is characterized by its simple, functional
design.
 GOTHIC
An antique musical clock was made by music box
maker Nicole Frères while A.B. Savory & Sons
provided the clockwork for this ingenious
mechanism. It takes the shape of a Gothic-style
church with carved wooden finials and gargoyles.

BAROQUE
The Louis XIV-Period Kingwood Bureau Mazarin
furniture is characterized by opulent design and
exquisite craftsmanship, featuring intricately
detailed marquetry on a foundation of rich
kingwood. This grand piece, popular during the
reign of Louis XIV, often includes a desk,
drawers, and a distinctive Mazarin shape with
elaborate brass embellishments.

TRADITIONAL
The Belgian Luxe Serena Accent Side Table,
made by Bassett Mirror, is brought to you by
Belfort Furniture. Belfort Furniture is a local
furniture store, serving the Washington DC,
Northern Virginia, Maryland and Fairfax VA area.
Product availability may vary. Contact us for the
most current availability on this product.

ROCOCO
The Louis XV console table is an elegant and
ornate piece of furniture from the 18th-century
French Rococo period, characterized by its curved
lines, intricate carvings, and gilded accents. It
typically features a narrow, rectangular top
supported by gracefully curved legs, embodying
the lavish and decorative style of the Louis XV
era.
 THE INDUSTRIAL REVOLUTION
The Nicolle Chair is a vintage metal chair
designed by French manufacturer Nicolle in the
early 20th century. Known for its distinctive
industrial style, it typically features a sturdy metal
frame with a slatted seat and back.

NEOCLASSICAL STYLE
The Fontainebleau chair is an iconic French
neoclassical furniture piece characterized by its
distinct oval backrest and finely carved details.
Originating from the 16th century, it reflects the
opulence and elegance associated with the
Fontainebleau Palace.

TROPICAL
Kouboo's crisscross natural rattan counter stool
will dress up any kitchen counter, bar or high top
table. The softly curved backrest is not only
alethically beautiful piece of rattan furniture but it
will also tuck up nicely to the counter or table top
without taking up a great deal of space.

AESTHETIC MOVEMENT
Rosewood chair, the crestrail is in three parts and
is carved with sunflowers, foliage and two
butterflies. The arms end in a scrolled sunflower.
The back rails are carved with foliage and
flowers.
 TUSCAN
IC International Concepts Tuscan Console Table,
Unfinished - the perfect addition to your home
decor. Crafted with high-quality solid parawood,
this console table offers both elegance and
durability. With its versatile design, this console
table will complement any decor style.

ARTS AND CRAFTS

William Morris chair, Leopold Stickley’s finest
tribute to William Morris, the leader and
champion of the English Arts & Crafts Movement,
this chair features long graceful bowed arms
supported by elongated corbels, slatted sides, and
adjustable back.

RUSTIC
The Reclaimed Pine Wood Queen Bed is crafted
from rustic wood salvaged from pine that were
100 years or older and is sure to give your
bedroom a classic, timeless look. The drawers
feature full extension drawer glides rated at 100
lbs and black, wrought iron drawer pulls.

MODERNISM
Ludwig Mies van der Rohe’s 1929 Barcelona
Chair was inspired by the simplicity of ancient
folding chairs. Supported on each side by two
chrome-plated flat steel bars, the Barcelona Chair
is upholstered in leather and combines simple
elegance with comfort.
 ART NOUVEAU
Paul Hankar's stool is an iconic Art Nouveau
piece, known for its elegant and curvilinear
design, featuring intricate floral motifs and a
harmonious blend of form and function. The stool
showcases Hankar's innovative approach to
furniture design during the late 19th century.

COLONIAL REVIVAL
The William and Mary high chest is a distinctive
piece of American furniture from the late 17th to
early 18th centuries, characterized by a tall,
vertical structure with two sections: a lower case
with drawers and an upper case with a cupboard
or smaller drawers. It typically features elaborate
detailing, cabriole legs, and often incorporates
Dutch and Asian design influences.

ECLECTIC
French Design Console & Matching Stool Bench,
handmade in France and is inspired by the times
that have already passed. Each piece is unique,
hand painted, waxed, and colors are chosen to
remind old French interiors.

MODERN
George Nelson's 1946 Platform Bench is a
minimalist and iconic mid-century modern design,
featuring a sleek rectangular platform with clean
lines and wooden construction. Its versatility and
simplicity make it a timeless piece of furniture
that can serve as a bench or a coffee table in
various settings.
 BAUHAUS MOVEMENT
The Brno Chair, designed by modernist architect
Ludwig Mies van der Rohe exemplifies the
Bauhaus principle of reducing objects to their
basic elements. The design is based on the idea
that it is not necessary for a chair to have four legs
when it can be built in a cantilever-style, using a
single C-shaped bar to support the entire seat.

COUNTRY
The Ladderback Windsor Armchair is a classic
wooden chair characterized by a distinctive
ladder-like backrest and a comfortable, sculpted
seat. Its design reflects the traditional Windsor
chair style, featuring turned spindles and a solid
wood construction.

ART DECO
The Gondola Bergère armchair by André Groult is
an elegant and innovative piece of Art Deco
furniture, featuring a distinctive gondola-shaped
backrest and luxurious upholstery. Designed in the
early 20th century, it showcases Groult's mastery
in blending artistic flair with functional design.

TROPICAL
St. Croix Hall Chest with Palm Frond Motif and
Bi-Fold Doors, its the kind of piece that separates
distinctive decor from the pale imitations. Not
only is this chest vibrant and beautiful, but its
packed with versatile storage for any room in the
house.
 SURREALISM
Created by German architectural studio Graft
Architects, the Phantom Table appears to be a
floating tablecloth bereft of an actual solid piece
of furniture underneath. The design is also made
out of carbon fiber and plastic, making this table
extremely lightweight.

MID-CENTURY MODERN
The Herman Miller Eames Lounge Chair is an
iconic mid-century modern piece designed by
Charles and Ray Eames. Characterized by its
sleek molded plywood shell, plush leather
upholstery, and distinctive ottoman, it remains a
symbol of timeless elegance and comfort in
furniture design.

SCANDINAVIAN MODERN
The Poeten Sofa, designed by Finn Juhl, is a mid-
century Danish modern masterpiece known for its
organic and sculptural form. Featuring expressive
lines and a distinctive combination of wood and
upholstery, the Poeten Sofa exemplifies Juhl's
innovative approach to furniture design.

TRANSITIONAL
By Mariko K. Neutral colour schemes accompany
transitional style homes – greys, whites, sand,
taupe, moss etc. These colours are then given
depth with second or third layers of bolder colours
like blues, greens, and browns so that the designer
achieves a good mix of both traditional and
modern styles.
 CONTEMPORARY
Urban contemporary style is a rather newer
concept of decor catering to city dwellers who
prefer well-designed furniture at a scale that fits
smaller living spaces. Pieces tend to have a
sophisticated, cosmopolitan feel regardless of
their reduced sizes.