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  In 1754 a book was published in London and called "The Gentleman and Cabinet-Maker’s Director" where cabinet maker Thomas Chippendale was by far some of the best designs listed. Chippendale's designs fall into three main styles: Gothic, Rococo, and Chinese. Thomas Chippendale blended all these style elements into unified designs. The term "chippendale" refers to English furniture of the 1750s and ’60s with a particular Rococo edge. Today chippendale chairs have gained popularity again, often seen in bright painted colors for whimsical and modern looks. (Read More.....)
 Many couples choose the french country look because it combines the comfort styles of the English country home, while adding some softer colors and whimsical details. Many french country sideboards and buffet tables are being re-purposed in new ways as flat screens take up less room, and entry ways are bigger accommodating larger storage pieces. The "shabby chic" gal who is willing to put in the extra time painting a vintage buffet is spending less money and getting more bang for their dollar. The 1950s was a time period where many french inspired rococo and Louis furniture was mass produced. Today, most of those pieces are again coming out of grandmas home and making their way into the thrift stores and ebay where a person can pick up that french piece, and work it into their decor and it looks up to date. Check out some of the natural wood french country looks, as well as my painted site to get more ideas on a possible furniture make over. (Read More.....)
  A full range of Queen Anne chairs have been reproduced in various styles, and are among the most elegant choice for a classical home. The chairs were made in the Rhode Island area around the 1740-60. There was related chair designs in the New York and Pennsylvania area in the same approximate time period. Queen Anne Chairs reflect the elegant lines of the Rococo styles, which were apparent in every furniture design around this time period. Often you will see cabriole front legs and carved shells on the knees with claw and ball feet. (Picture Credit José Solís Betancourt, Bernhardt) (Read More.....)
  The Windsor Chair is one chair you cannot go wrong with. Featured often in many magazines such as Country Living, House & Garden, Country home, and Cottage Living , it is one chair that keeps going. Windsor chairs are often painted as people want to draw together a collective look in their overall decor. While some shun the idea of painting these beautiful chairs, they were originally made for the porch. As they gained popularity, it made its way from the garden into the home. (Read More.....)
  Louis XVI style fell between 1774–1793, which was at the time the tale end of Rococo and the beginning of Neoclassicism. Neoclassicaism was reflected in the architecture, painting, and sculptures, so the styles gravitated towards something opposite than the ornate rococo. Louis XVI chairs are often oval, rectangular or shield form. The cabriole legs of the Louis XV had been replaced with straight legs and are fluted legs imitating the columns of ancient Rome. Most of the furniture and chests were retangular, or square than the obvious curves such as the Bombe chests of Louis XV. (Read More.....)
  The Louis XVI style was all about simplicity, which replaced the exotic over the top ornate styles of Louis XV. Between 1760-1789 most furniture lost the extra fuss and the lines became more architectural and straight. Painted chairs and tables were trimmed in gold or another contrasting color. Gilded wood becamse popular for chairs, and legs and vertical supports appeared turned resembling spindles, quivers, columns and balusters. Flat surfaces and right angles were the popular in this style and architectural motifs were still used as decorative elements. (Photo Credit Louis XVI Dining Chair Seller John Norwood Antiques, Elle Decor) (Read More.....)
  Shaker furniture was originally produced at religious communities over the country during the early 19th century. The shaker design was marked by simplicity and practicality, while other late 19th century chairs that were produced similar to this design were often noted for extra frills and details, while the original shaker chair was simple in design. Shaker chairs have slat backs with 2 posts topped with finals. Slat back chairs were very popular for more than 200 years, so they can be found easily today. Although there may be reproductions, the antique chairs will show wear on the slats, stretchers and the bottoms of the feet. Sharply turned posts, and sharp edge rockers may be signs of recent manufacturing. There is nothing wrong with buying a copy instead of the authentic original shaker chairs, as they are just as beautiful. Below is a authentic painted Shaker chair in great condition. (Read More.....)
  Queen Anne pieces always have curved cabriole legs, pad or slipper feet that have a graceful rounded back with a center splat on chairs. English cabinetmaker Thomas Chippendale was inspired by the Gothic, Chinese and French Rococo designs. The Chippendale cabriole leg
is ornately carved with a Chinese claw and ball foot with the more masculine square back form. Queen Anne Style along with the Chippendale looks were popular at the same time, so they went hand in hand. (Read More.....)
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