whatever is fashioned, let it be plain and simple and for the good

Jacobean Style Furniture is English in origin, dating from 1600-1700. It was the dominant style during the time of the pilgrims.

This style is medieval in appearance, with sturdy construction, straight lines, rigid design, ornate carvings and the use of black walnut and dark oak. It is chunky looking furniture, consisting mainly of refectory tables, huge dressers, and chairs, stools and benches. Chests and cupboards were important in this era, with the use of geometric or floral carvings. The chair is the most common piece of furniture with curved back and the seat mainly of wood, woven rush, or heavy woven cloth. The joints are mortise or tenon.

Furniture accessories would include woven tapestries, hung over the walls. In the 17th century, the purpose was to prevent draughts, nowdays it is to provide color and warmth.