History of Reproduction Furniture

Travel back in time with us as we explore everything about an iconic antique style and try to answer the question: What is the Art Nouveau Style, and why it remains?

Antiques? Collectibles? Antique Collectibles? We untangle the confusion between terms and explain the subtle or not-so-subtle differences to help collectors of all experiences.

It's time to dust off the boxes in the garage as we explore the most coveted collectible on the market today. You may be shocked at how valuable these items are.

On occasion, in the world of antiques, some discoveries are stunning and rare and deserve their spotlight. Today we showcase stunning discoveries that deserve your attention.

With the release of Guillermo del Toro's Cabinet of Curiosities, we at Laurel Crown are reminded of our Curio cabinets.

The authentic design of the Windsor chair has been refashioned for centuries. Learn about this beloved chair's origins and why it is widely revered today.

Why did mahogany furniture become so popular in Europe so quickly? Here is the history of mahogany arriving in Europe, and how it became treasured.

Take a fascinating look at carved motifs in antiques and their meanings with us as we showcase the most popular in this article.

Come with us as we take a deeper look at the historical influences that inspired Chippendale's legendary furniture.

Explore the historical connection between Napoleon's rule and the greatness of Empire-style furniture.

Follow the connection between the pandemic and the rise of antique furniture and why the pandemic influenced a resurgence in vintage décor.

Travel through time as we showcase the stylistic changes through six centuries of chairs.

A fascinating collection of some of the most famous antique furniture makers of all time and their iconic designs that made them timeless.

Have you ever wondered when and how tables came about? Come with us as we journey through the dining room tables' grand and ancient history.

From 12th century China to the invention of the printing press and beyond, our look at the history of desks.

How the sofa table evolved from a space to display breathtaking marble art, candles, and rare pieces to becoming what they are today.

A fascinating look at how the Queens of England and tea influenced the history of tea tables.

How did the coffee table evolve from the tea table? We answer that question more in our evolution and history of coffee tables.

Books and how they were made helped shape bookcases' long and ancient history. In this article, we follow the first iteration of the 1800s.

We follow the surprisingly shocking first iteration of the nightstand to how it evolved into the piece of furniture we know and love today.

Unravel the history of armoires, their relationship with the history of wardrobes, and how they evolved over time.

The fabrics we see on upholstered furniture today come from a rich history of production methods. Read here to see how we evolved from leaves and animal furs to weaving.

How early Americans made their furniture and what the production and trade of furniture looked like at the time.

From trestle tables to today's dining room table, travel six centuries of evolution and history.