Definitions

1. verb

to furnish or decorate with features of the style of the 16th or 17th century, especially with carved woodwork or ornate metalwork

“The antique dealer carefully archaised the old mansion to make it look like it belonged to a wealthy aristocrat.”

2. verb

to make something seem older or more antique than it really is

“The art forger tried to archaise the painting to make it look like it was created in the 19th century.”

3. noun

a style of furniture or decorative arts that imitates or is inspired by the 16th or 17th-century style

“The museum featured an exhibit on 18th-century furniture, including a beautiful example of archaise.”