Now in Toronto located close to Yorkdale Mall. This impressive showroom will captivate you with its unique selection of high-end original and custom furniture, all on full display, and all available for immediate purchase. This showroom and the items on display encompass a diverse collection that has been specifically curated from around the world to […]
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The Carrocel Furniture Showroom Experience A One-Of-A-Kind Collection Of Fine Furniture Located near Yorkdale Mall in Toronto, our 20,000 square-foot showroom will captivate you time and time again with its sweeping displays of high-end original and custom furniture. The pieces, suites, and accessories in our Carrocel furniture store reflect a curated collection of high-end fine […]
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How To Identify Different Styles Of Antique Furniture
Need some help with identifying antique furniture? Here is a quick guide to help you distinguish between the different looks. It will also help you pick out the one that closely matches your décor and taste.
Jacobean: English style (1640-1700), medieval in appearance with straight lines, rigid designs, sturdy construction, ornate carvings and a dark finish.
Early American: Modelled after European furniture styles (1640-1700), particularly from England, France, the Netherlands, Scandinavia and Spain. Rudimentary utilitarian furniture made from local woods.
William and Mary: Dutch and Chinese influences, characterized by trumpet turned legs terminating in a ball or Spanish foot, padded or caned chair seats, and Oriental lacquer-work. Named after William and Mary ...
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