British Furniture 1600-2000
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.
Edition: First Edition Thus
Condition remarks:
Book: Very good
Jacket: Very good
Pages: Good
Four centuries of craftsmanship, elegance, and evolving taste come to life in British Furniture 1600-2000, a sweeping visual and historical survey that traces the remarkable journey of British furniture-making from the grandeur of the early Baroque era through to the cutting-edge design movements of the late twentieth century. Richly illustrated and meticulously researched, the volume presents an authoritative chronological narrative, cataloguing the defining styles, master craftsmen, and cultural forces — from the opulence of Restoration court furniture to the clean lines of Modernism — that shaped one of Britain's most celebrated decorative art traditions. Each chapter details the socio-economic and aesthetic contexts that gave rise to iconic movements such as Queen Anne, Chippendale, Regency, and Arts & Crafts, illuminating how furniture served not merely as functional object but as a powerful statement of identity, status, and national character. Published under The Intelligent Layman imprint — an imprint celebrated for making specialist subjects accessible to a broad readership — this handsome reference work strikes a balance between scholarly rigour and genuine accessibility, making it an indispensable resource for collectors, interior designers, historians, and enthusiasts alike. The narrative argues persuasively that British furniture is a mirror of the nation itself, reflecting political upheaval, imperial ambition, and artistic renaissance across the centuries. Whether you are a seasoned connoisseur or a curious newcomer to the world of antiques, this volume will leave you wondering what other secrets are locked within the grain and gilding of a well-crafted chair.
Author: Dr Clive Edwards
Format: Hardback
Published: 2005, The Intelligent Layman
Genre: Antiques & collectibles
Edition: First Edition Thus
Condition remarks:
Book: Very good
Jacket: Very good
Pages: Good
Four centuries of craftsmanship, elegance, and evolving taste come to life in British Furniture 1600-2000, a sweeping visual and historical survey that traces the remarkable journey of British furniture-making from the grandeur of the early Baroque era through to the cutting-edge design movements of the late twentieth century. Richly illustrated and meticulously researched, the volume presents an authoritative chronological narrative, cataloguing the defining styles, master craftsmen, and cultural forces — from the opulence of Restoration court furniture to the clean lines of Modernism — that shaped one of Britain's most celebrated decorative art traditions. Each chapter details the socio-economic and aesthetic contexts that gave rise to iconic movements such as Queen Anne, Chippendale, Regency, and Arts & Crafts, illuminating how furniture served not merely as functional object but as a powerful statement of identity, status, and national character. Published under The Intelligent Layman imprint — an imprint celebrated for making specialist subjects accessible to a broad readership — this handsome reference work strikes a balance between scholarly rigour and genuine accessibility, making it an indispensable resource for collectors, interior designers, historians, and enthusiasts alike. The narrative argues persuasively that British furniture is a mirror of the nation itself, reflecting political upheaval, imperial ambition, and artistic renaissance across the centuries. Whether you are a seasoned connoisseur or a curious newcomer to the world of antiques, this volume will leave you wondering what other secrets are locked within the grain and gilding of a well-crafted chair.