Glossary

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Vargueno - Spanish writing and storage desk dating from the 16th century, consisting of a square or rectangular top, the flap-front of which conceals drawers. When opened, the flap-top rests on lopers to form a writing surface. The whole piece is supported by an open or cupboard like stand.

Veneer - Furniture making technique which consists of affixing a thin layer of strips of fine wood to the surface of piece of furniture, usually of a coarser material. First used in ancient Egypt, and then in Classical Greece and Rome, but not again until the 17th century in the Netherlands.

Veneer Core Plywood - Plywood made from three or more pieces of veneer glued up in alternating grain patterns

Venetian Furniture - Name applied to the extravagantly curved and ornamental furniture of Baroque and Rococo influence, produced in Italy during the late Renaissance.

Victorian - 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.