Black Forest

Term used for furniture carved in rural Germany and Switzerland during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Originally named for the Black Forest region of Germany where it was thought to have come from, it is now believed most Black Forest furniture was produced in Brienz Switzerland as an economic stimulus for the timber industry and local wood craftspeople. Black Forest furniture is commonly identified by its symbolic use of carved bears and other forest creatures such as eagles, ibexes, chamois, deer, and boars. Frequently the furniture is made of local woods of the region like the linden tree as it is easily carved, but walnut was also widely used.

Art Nouveau

Art Nouveau is a style of art, architecture and design that was prominent between 1890 to 1925. The style of Art Nouveau first emerged in London and Paris but was used throughout Europe and the US. The iconic style of Art Nouveau was a reaction against the late 19th century traditional neoclassical design. Art Nouveau can be characterized by floral motifs, curvilinear lines, bold linear shapes, and feminine silhouettes.. The style of Art Nouveau was greatly influenced by the natural world and many Art Nouveau designs incorporate stylized flowers, plants and animals.

Walnut

Walnut is a type of wood that can be identified by its rich brown colors and firm and even texture. Walnut is considered one of the finest woods due to its beautiful and unique coloring, strength, and ability to be shaped. Walnut is used for both lumber and veneer.