Author: Clint Curtis

The Victorian era produced furniture that was big, bulky, dark, and intimidating; the Edwardian era, on the other hand, produced furniture that was light, airy, portable, and practical. How can you tell if furniture was Victorian? Victorian furniture was usually made from Walnut for smaller pieces such as small tables and Mahogany for large pieces […]

Victorian houses typically share a few characteristics. However, this period lasted for nearly 100 years and encompassed various socio-economic movements. There are 9 primary types of Victorian homes: What is this? What are the types of Victorians? The most common Victorian style is Folk Victorian. The classic Victorian styles (Gothic Revival, Italianate, Second Empire, Stick […]

After the 67-year Victorian period, the Edwardian period was very short, lasting only 9 years between 1901-1910. What era comes after Edwardian? Answer and Explanation: The end of the Edwardian Era of British history marked the start of the decline of Britain as a colonial and a global power. It was followed by the Modern […]

Folk Victorian (1870-1910) A simpler version of the typical Victorian home, Folk Victorians are smaller and square, with much less complex floorplans. (No towers here.) They’re meant for the everyman. However, their Victorian roots can still be found on the decorative trim work outlining their porches and roof lines. What are Victorian houses called? Queen […]

The River Murray runs along the border of New South Wales and Victoria and then into South Australia. All three states rely on a certain amount of water from the river. Which state owns the Murray river? Each river in the Basin is managed by the MDBA or a state body, depending on its location. […]

The Victorian ‘look’ was deeply influenced by their nostalgia for objects from the past. Typical design elements of early Victorian style were the use of outer decorative borders and elaborate typography. Symmetry was also used heavily in layout and design. What influenced Victorian art? Early Victorian art was heavily influenced by realism and faithfulness to […]

One of the most obvious ways that women displayed mourning was through their clothing. Society expected them to wear only black clothing during this time to symbolize their grief and spiritual darkness. Dresses were made of non-reflective silk or crepe and jet jewelry or pearls could be worn in modest amounts. Why did Victorians always […]

Here are some simple and effective ideas: Install Exterior Trim. Put Up Crown Moldings. Surround the Property with an Iron Fence. Switch to Vintage Plumbing. Mount a Few Gargoyles. Use Wooden Doors. Vintage Light Fixtures. Build a Greenhouse Conservatory. How do I make the outside of my house look Victorian? Victorian homes typically include these […]

The fashion of the 19th century is renowned for its corsets, bonnets, top hats, bustles and petticoats. Women’s fashion during the Victorian period was largely dominated by full skirts, which gradually moved to the back of the silhouette. What did rich Victorians wear? Once of school age they wore suits or short trousers and jackets […]

The average wage in the 1850s was about 15 shillings (75p) a week. Many children got just 5 shillings (25p) a week, or less. While thousands of children worked down the mine, thousands of others worked in the cotton mills. How much did Victorians get paid? A labourer’s average wage was between 20 and 30 […]