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 * Victorian by Jess Holzberg

**Important Features ** ** Features of Victorian furniture are imposing structures, curving silhouettes, dark woods, glossy glazes, rounded corners, and a lot of flourishes and ornamentation. During the Victorian Era, the style of the furniture was replaced by stronger and heavier furniture of the Victorian home. The furniture was made up of dark shining mahogany and rosewood wood.

 History of the furniture during this time period Victorian Era was an era between 1840 and 1900. During this period Queen Victoria was the Queen of England. A distinguish style of home designing and decorating was put into use. During the Victorian era, Britain took part in industrialization and mechanization, which fueled the economy and consumerism. **

**Information identifying the style's distinct characteristics** **
 * Increased use of intricate carvings, which grew heavier and more ornate towards the end of the Victorian time period, identify the Victorian's distinct characteristics. Craftsman used oak and thick mahogany, which produced a more refined appearance for the Victorian style. The large furniture, was seen in carved scrolls, leaves, flowers, and grapes. 

