Think of – modern streamlined design, with fine craftsmanship, bold forms, bright jewel colors, as well as cream, white, black, silver and gold, polished timber, stainless steel, chrome, mirror, coloured and clear glass, leather and animal prints along with stylised shapes of planes, ships, cars, skyscrapers, plants, shells, feathers and thin women with bobbed hair.
This is a French Art Nouveau dining suite from about 1900. Watch – Downton Abbey and Midnight in Paris Iconic pieces – timber wardrobes, beds and hall stands (hand carved with floral detail), cane outdoor furniture.ĭesigned by – Charles Rennie Mackintosh and Antoni Gaudi.Īustralian manufacturers – Ball & Welch Pty Ltd, Melbourne Foy and Gibson, Collingwood, Melbourne (1880s to 1965) Anthony Horden & Sons, Sydney Marcus Clark & Co, Sydney Boans, Perth Think of – Handcrafted timbers with flowing natural, organic lines based on flowers and plants including vines and waterlilies, expensive timbers and inlaid veneers. I’ll give the rough decade, the term associated with it, the basic styles and shapes, pieces to look for, the major designers and movies and shows to watch to get a feel for the era.
Given that my focus is on vintage rather than antique furniture and accessories, let’s look at each decade and the style and type of furniture that was around.
This is part 5 of my book Secondhand Love.