The term Victorian architecture refers collectively to several architectural styles employed predominantly during the middle and late 19th century slightly overlapping the reign of Queen Victoria. It is known for its interpretation and eclectic revival of historic styles mixed with the introduction of middle east and Asian influences. Victorian architecture is widely viewed as having indulged in a regrettable excess of ornament. The name represents the British and French custom of naming architectural styles for a reigning monarch. Within this naming and classification scheme, it follows Georgian architecture and later Regency architecture, and was succeeded by Edwardian architecture.
The term Victorian architecture refers collectively to several architectural styles employed predominantly during the middle and late 19th century slightly overlapping the reign of Queen Victoria. It is known for its interpretation and eclectic revival of historic styles mixed with the introduction of middle east and Asian influences. Victorian architecture is widely viewed as having indulged in a regrettable excess of ornament. The name represents the British and French custom of naming architectural styles for a reigning monarch. Within this naming and classification scheme, it follows Georgian architecture and later Regency architecture, and was succeeded by Edwardian architecture.