Top quality William IV mahogany work table with round top with single frieze drawer and sewing bag

High-quality William IV mahogany work table, with a round top featuring a single drawer for the frieze and a sewing bag below, covered with a pleated silk cover, stands on a tapered cylindrical pedestal with a carved collar and a platform base ending with feet. 

Stylish antique furniture and accessories can be an excellent idea for decorating our interiors. Currently, there is a growing number of enthusiasts of high-quality vintage items that possess a specific character and soul. It’s a nod to history, craftsmanship, and the design of classic and timeless furniture. There are many different styles in antique furniture, each with its distinctive features. 

Many styles characterize antique furniture, but we can highlight a few of the most important. Eclectic furniture belongs to the 19th century, during which the beloved Biedermeier style prevailed. Its variants in the early years of this century include neo-Gothic, Gothic, Rococo, Louis Philippe style, and finally the English Victorian style. By the end of the century, these styles transitioned into pseudo styles of classicism, Renaissance, and Baroque. 

Empire-style furniture and accessories date from the period between the late 18th and early 19th centuries. Everything was influenced by Napoleon’s reign. It emphasized significant similarities and references to Roman and Greek ornamentation. 

Neoclassical furniture reflects the Louis XVI style, which also strongly references ancient architecture. Interesting and noteworthy are all antique products in Rococo style and Louis XV. Next is Baroque, a name derived from the Portuguese word barocco – which translates to an irregularly developed pearl. These were highly representative pieces designed to literally exude glamour and play a significant role in luxury. Unique materials were selectively used to further emphasize the grandeur of these items. 

Today, we can observe how much the Baroque style influenced modern classic furniture, which is designed with a strong resemblance to the historical era. An important style is also Renaissance, which flourished in the 15th and 16th centuries and left a significant mark on furniture-making art. Renaissance style was quite heavy and bulky. Brown stains, cornices, strong bases, and bas-reliefs were used. These were quite distinctive products, but they also opened new possibilities, such as the construction of credenzas and broadly speaking, chest-type furniture. There was also an interest in mythology and ancient times, so supports and legs often took animal forms. 

Lion’s paws, eagle heads – these are common features in Renaissance style. Currently, many global brands reproduce such furniture, drawing inspiration from Italian and French creators. This is a manifestation of admiration and respect for the history of the most beautiful Renaissance antiques. It’s important to remember that furniture production was perceived differently in each country, so each style had its unique character in a given nation. This is especially important when searching for a luxurious antique that suits your interior. 

The most important aspect of stylish antique furniture is originality. And this is ultimately crucial from the buyer’s perspective, as many forgeries circulate on the market. Luxury Products provides a certificate confirming the product’s compliance with the actual description and photos. We have at your disposal art appraisers, historians, and experts from around the world.