Georgian desk

RICHARD: Take a look at that desk in my office. It’s a really fine Georgian piece.

The Georgian era was a period in British history lasting from 1714 to 1830, named so because all the kings on the British throne were named George during these years – from George I to George IV. However, when people say Georgian in regard to antiques, they often mean it’s from 1714-1800, the regencies of the first three Georges, with 1800-1830 identified as late Georgian.

Georgian furniture tends to be solid and practical, made from quality wood, and with a fine attention to detail. A genuine Georgian desk of the sort Richard has in his office might be worth more than ten thousand dollars. (Of course it’s just part of the set, and not really Georgian at all – it doesn’t even look Georgian).