The Federal Period
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The time after the Revolutionary War when America was beginning a new
consciousness, marked by its recently acquired independence, was called the Federal
Period. American furniture makers still modeled designs from England but soon created
styles with balanced proportions and symmetrical lines ass ....
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.... and moldings, swag curtains, and a carpet
that resembled a Roman tiled floor. The use of decorative cotton dimity or chintz
slipcovers were to protect the wool upholstery from insects and sun during the summer.
Furniture from this period is characterized by a delicate, geometric look and the
use of classical motifs as urns and swags. Inlay, veneer, carving, and paint are used for
decoration. Chairs have turned, reeded or tapered legs and square or shield shaped backs.
The names of two E ....
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