victoriana
Definition
Noun: - Collection of materials of or characteristic of the Victorian era: "Victoriana" refers to a collection of objects, artifacts, or styles that are typical of or originate from the period of British history when Queen Victoria reigned (1837-1901). It encompasses the aesthetic, cultural, and material output of that era.
Usage
- The term is used to describe a gathered assemblage of items from the Victorian period, often in the context of collecting, antiques, or historical study.
- It refers to the physical and stylistic characteristics that define the era's decorative arts, furniture, fashion, and literature.
Examples
Advanced Usage
- The term can be used attributively to describe styles or revivals.
- The room was decorated in a Victoriana style, with dark wood and patterned wallpaper.
- It often implies a certain quality of being ornate, sentimental, or morally earnest, which are stereotypes associated with the period.
Variants and Related Words
- Victorian (adj): Pertaining to the reign of Queen Victoria or the conventions of that time.
- Victorian architecture is known for its complexity and ornamentation.
- Victorianism (n): The attitudes, practices, or style characteristic of the Victorian era, especially its moral strictness.
Synonyms
- Antiques (specifically from that period)
- Relics (of the Victorian era)
- Period pieces
Notes
- "Victoriana" is typically treated as a mass noun (like "furniture" or "luggage") and is often used with a singular verb, even though it denotes a collection.
- It is distinct from the general adjective "Victorian," as it specifically denotes the collected material culture itself.
Noun
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collection of materials of or characteristic of the Victorian era
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