Repairing And Restoring Antique Furniture
Condition: SECONDHAND
This is a secondhand book. The jacket image is a photograph of the exact copy we have in stock. This image shows the condition of this book. Further condition remarks are below.
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Very good
Pages: Tanning and foxing
For anyone passionate about preserving the craftsmanship of bygone eras, Repairing and Restoring Antique Furniture is an indispensable guide that bridges the gap between amateur enthusiasm and professional expertise. John Rodd presents a comprehensive, practical manual that chronicles the full spectrum of furniture restoration — from diagnosing structural weaknesses and sourcing period-appropriate materials to executing invisible repairs on everything from Georgian tallboys to Victorian dining chairs. Rodd's authoritative voice instructs with clarity and precision, making complex woodworking and finishing techniques accessible to collectors, hobbyists, and craftspeople alike. The book details traditional methods that respect the integrity and provenance of antique pieces, ensuring that restorations enhance rather than diminish their historical value. Whether you are rescuing a warped tabletop or re-upholstering a worn seat, this definitive handbook will leave you wondering how many treasures you may have overlooked at your last antique fair.
Author: John Rodd
Format: Hardback
Genre: Antiques & collectibles
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Very good
Pages: Tanning and foxing
For anyone passionate about preserving the craftsmanship of bygone eras, Repairing and Restoring Antique Furniture is an indispensable guide that bridges the gap between amateur enthusiasm and professional expertise. John Rodd presents a comprehensive, practical manual that chronicles the full spectrum of furniture restoration — from diagnosing structural weaknesses and sourcing period-appropriate materials to executing invisible repairs on everything from Georgian tallboys to Victorian dining chairs. Rodd's authoritative voice instructs with clarity and precision, making complex woodworking and finishing techniques accessible to collectors, hobbyists, and craftspeople alike. The book details traditional methods that respect the integrity and provenance of antique pieces, ensuring that restorations enhance rather than diminish their historical value. Whether you are rescuing a warped tabletop or re-upholstering a worn seat, this definitive handbook will leave you wondering how many treasures you may have overlooked at your last antique fair.