What is Eastlake furniture? Intricate spoon carvings, deep, rich oak and cherry tones and beautifully well-built furniture are all characteristics of a style of furniture called Eastlake. This style has a special place in my heart, as it has been sprouting up in almost every room in our restorations of our 1880 Folk Victorian home. Read more about the history of and how to identify Eastlake furniture.