Which furniture period is characterized by straight lines and minimal curves?

• A. Neoclassical
• B. Baroque
• C. Rococo
• D. Gothic

Answer: (A)

When furniture emphasizes straight lines and minimal curves, the design draws from classical precedents that favor symmetry, proportion, and restrained ornament. This is the Neoclassical style, which looks to ancient Greek and Roman forms for its clean, rectilinear silhouettes—rectangular tables, straight legs, and smooth surfaces with restrained detailing.

Baroque and Rococo, by contrast, are known for their ornament and movement: rich curves, scrolls, and elaborate decoration that create a sense of drama and fluidity. Gothic relies on medieval forms with vertical emphasis and pointed arches, which also don’t align with a preference for minimal curvature. So the straight-line, minimal-curve approach points to Neoclassical design.