It is a straight corner edge and curved inner edges.īraiding is a finishing decoration used in upholstery around the edges of chairs.Ī breakfront is a piece with a front of which has one or more projecting portions.Ī bulb is the bulb like part of the turned supports of furniture on tables, chairs etc. Can be seen on chair-backs and applied on panels on coffers.Īstragal is a small moulding used on glass for glazing bars.Īn armoire is a wardrobe, usually from France.Īsh is a figured hardwood having a variety of shades in the grain.īaize is a lining cloth usually in card tables.īall-and-Claw is a talon or claw grasping a ball on the feet of some furniture.īamboo turning is turned timber made to simulate bamboo, usually painted.Ī ball foot was used in the 17th century on cabinets or to the turned legs on tables.īaluster is a turned vase-shaped post supporting the rail of a staircase or splat of a chair.īanding is a decorative, inlaid border or edging around a piece of furniture.īaroque is a style of architecture, art and decoration which is bold details and sweeping curves usually gilt in decoration.īead or beading is a moulding resembling a string of beads.īergere is a chair with upholstered sides and usually caned or upholstered.īirch is a hardwood with a close grain and is one of the strongest cabinet woods.Ī bevel or bevelled edge is an edge that has been cut at a slant.īiedermier is a style of furniture produced in Austria and Germany during the Victorian period.īirds eye or birds eye maple is a decorative wood from maple and has a striking grain.īlack forest furniture is highly carved and is known for carved bears and other creatures of the forest, such as deer and birds.īolection moulding is a projecting moulding of ogee shape, raised round a panel.īoulle is decorative type of marquetry which tortoiseshell, brass, copper and tin were used in elaborate floral or curving designs.īombe is a French term, meaning “blown out”, describing a large outward swelling curve on the front of a piece of furniture.Ī Bonheur-du-jour is a small, pretty lady’s writing deskĪ Bracket foot is used on chest, chest on chest or a cabinet. Often used in sculpture, decorative stone panelling, beads and cabochons.Īrcading is a carved architectural ornament in the shape of arches. They are found in mahogany furniture from the Georgian, Victorian and Edwardian periods.Īn apron is situated below the seat rail of a chair, settee, cabinets and tables, it can be shaped like on this wonderful card table.Īlabaster is usually translucent and white or grey in colour, form of the mineral gypsum which can be polished to a smooth and waxy finish. Although some of the terminology may be confusing it is helpful to read them below and then view our antique furniture for sale so you can put a picture to the different words.Īmboyna is a type of wood from south east Asia usually a reddish-brown in colour with a curled and mottled grain and was used for veneers in furniture.Īn acanthus is a leafy carved ornament in the top of the columns of the Corinthian. This will be very helpful if you are interested in antiques and want to learn and understand the styles and construction. With Z Gallerie, you can keep your bedtime routine regular with the affordable luxury of our bedroom nightstands.Different Antique Furniture Terminology From A to Z.īelow is a list of terminology very often used in antique furniture in alphabetical order.
Heavy mouldings coupled with sleek forms balance against a polished white lacquer, while flat gold or silver drawer pulls suit a variety of decor styles.
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