Types of FurnitureTypes of Furniture

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What are it’s special features?What are it’s special features?

Does the furniture evoke certain feelings?Does the furniture evoke certain feelings?

Types of Sofas/LoveseatsTypes of Sofas/Loveseats

Lawson/Chesterfield

Settee

Tuxedo/loveseat

Camelback Sofa

Types of ChairsTypes of Chairs

Wing Chair

Chaise lounge

Windsor

Club

Side Chair

Open Arm Chair

Types of TablesTypes of Tables

Sofa table

End table

Nesting tables

Coffee table

Pedestal Table

Gateleg

Types of BedsTypes of Beds

Canopy bed

Four poster bed

Sleigh

Platform

Panel

Types of BedsTypes of Beds

Bunk / Trundle

Captain

Day / Iron

Loft

Types of Case GoodsTypes of Case Goods

Highboy

Chest of Drawers

Lowboy

Armoire

Types of Case GoodsTypes of Case Goods

Hutch

SecretaryBuffet / Sideboard

Curio

Types of MiscellaneousTypes of Miscellaneous

Grand Piano

Upright Piano

Kneehole desk

Ottoman