* of or relating to Queen Victoria of Great Britain or to the age in which she ruled; "Victorian morals" * priggish: exaggeratedly proper; "my straitlaced Aunt Anna doesn't approve of my miniskirts" * typical of the moral standards or conduct of the age of Queen Victoria * a person who lived during the reign of Victoria wordnet.princeton.edu/perl/webwn
* A term used to describe British furniture made during the greater part of the 19th century, roughly the period covered by the reign of Queen Victoria (1837-1901). www.antiques-uk.co.uk/ref-glos...
* A movement in art and architecture during the Victorian era (1837-1901) which attempted to adapt earlier styles to industrial-age needs. www.banningmuseum.org/glossary...
* The designation given to the period from approximately 1837 when Victoria became Queen of England until 1901 when she died. This long period is divided into early (approx. 1840-1860), mid (approx. 1860 - 1880) and late (approx. 1880-1900) since it covers a wide span of time, and a number of distinctive design trends. This period was preceded by the Georgian period, and succeeded by the Edwardian period after Victoria died in 1901, and her son Edward became king www.daysofelegance.com/glossar...
* The adjective Victorian refers to British literary works which were written, or which resemble those written during (or shortly before or after) the era of Queen Victoria (1837-1901). The adjective is also used to describe the code of morality which was believed to be predominant during her reign. courses.nus.edu.sg/course/ellibst/lsl01-tm.html
* Period in English furniture during the reign of Queen Victoria 1837-1901. Consists of a resurrection of many previous periods: Gothic, Turkish, and Louis XV. www.newel.com/Glossary.aspx
* Characteristic of the Victorian era or the late 1800s, used to describe architecture and interior decor. www.hometravelagency.com/dicti...
* Associated with social and moral attitudes characteristic of the time of Queen Victoria (1837-1901). www.rbkc.gov.uk/linleysambourn...
* Style named for England's Queen Victoria, who reigned from 1837 to 1901, applied to English and American furniture of that time, particularly in the mid-years of her reign. That furniture takes its cue from and elaborates on rococo and Louis XV style, with exaggerated curves and size, lush upholstery (often in complicated curves and shapes), ellipses, spools, and carvings. Among its hallmarks is horsehair cushioning. magazines.ivillage.com/housebeautiful/decorate/home/articles/0,,284677_367234-5,00.html
* A furniture style popular from the middle to end of the 19th century, named for England's Queen Victoria. Furniture is usually walnut, mahogany and rosewood in dark finishes, often highlighted with elaborate, carved floral designs. Oval chairbacks are common, as are marble tops on tables and dressers. www.newportfurnishings.com/Ref...
* relating to or belonging to the period of the reign of Queen Victoria (1819-1901) collections.ic.gc.ca/peh/teachers/Glossary.html
* A building style, popular in the late 19th century, derived from the earlier Gothic Revival style with added variations including highly ornate decoration and the use of polychromatic (many decorative colours) colour schemes. www.touralbertamainstreets.ca/... !.htm
* Concerning the architecture, furnishings and decorations of English speaking countries between 1840 and 1900. Characterized by rapid changes of style as a consequence of aesthetic and philosophical controversy, technological innovations and changes of fashion, by the frequent presence of ostentatious ornament. www.antiquesbyalternatives.com...
* Referring to the period encompassing the reign of England's Queen Victoria, 1837-1901. The Victorian era is generally broken down into three phases: early Victorian, mid-Victorian, and late Victorian. www.valleyfairjewelers.com/glo...
* The Victorian period corresponds to the reign of Queen Victoria and is marked by its attention to high moral values and a sense of social obligation. One of the most notable achievements is the advent of "afternoon tea." Afternoon tea was institutionalized by Queen Victoria and her ladies in waiting. As a result of "tea time" sterling tea services became immensely popular. ... www.replacements.com/mfghist/a...
* relating to, or typical of the reign of Queen Victoria of England or of the literature, art, and tastes of her time (Lesson: Benn Pitman Bed) www.discoveringthestory.org/gl...
* A residence with 2 1/2 or 3 stories of living area, typical of a common architectural style in the late 19th century. www.pbinspections.com/articles...
* Being in the highly ornamented, massive style of architecture, decor, and furnishings popular in 19th-century England. The Victorian style of 19th century England and America revived elements of several styles, including classical Greek, Romanesque, Tudor, Gothic, Elizabethan, Italianate, Egyptian and Oriental. ... www.frontiersales.ca/Dictionar...
* is the period from 1837-1901 that corresponds to the reign of Queen Victoria in England. Because of its long duration, the Victorian era actually comprises a number of distinctive artistic periods in jewelry: Romantic (1837-60), characterized by sentimental, whimsical designs; Grande (1860-80), known for large, ornate pieces; and Aesthetic (1880-1901), in which a return to elegance and simplicity occurred. www.1earth.com.au/jewelry/jewe...
* the English decorative style during the reign of Queen Victoria (1837-1901) characterized by luxurious velvets and brocades, both on upholstered pieces and on walls www.decoratorsecrets.com/gloss...
Jeg skulle lave en beskrivelse at en oige fra en bog som hed Victoria, og så stod der i opgaven at jeg skulle slå "Victoriansk" op og se om det passede på hende.
Hvis i vil vide det så var den bogen "Martin og Victoria"
Og tak for hjælpen.
Og undskyld mit brug af store bogstaver, skulle bare bruge hjælp :P (Hurtigt)