What Is Eastlake Furniture?

Charles Eastlake designed furniture, but employed cabinet makers to physical construct the pieces. Eastlake furniture was popular between 1870 and 1890, and avoided the numerous curves, excessive high relief carving and classical elements of other styles from the Victorian era. Eastlake style is more geometric and incorporates moderate curves. It includes some influences from medieval and Renaissance Revival styles. Carvings on Eastlake furniture are shallow compared to other styles.