English Country Furniture: National and Regional Vernacular, 1500-1900
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Author: David Knell
Format: Other printed item
Number of Pages: 240
A guide to household furniture used in the humbler homes of previous ages. The development of furniture is detailed from medieval times through to the beginnings of the mass-produced factory furniture of the 19th century with a chapter on each century and the changing characteristics of the main groups: storage furniture, tables, seats, beds and clocks. A chapter on construction techniques, coupled with a glossary provides criteria needed for dating country furniture, and the final chapter focuses on collecting and where to buy, with notes on originality, condition, repairs and fakes. This book is aimed at amateur collectors as well as professional dealers.
Author: David Knell
Format: Other printed item
Number of Pages: 240
A guide to household furniture used in the humbler homes of previous ages. The development of furniture is detailed from medieval times through to the beginnings of the mass-produced factory furniture of the 19th century with a chapter on each century and the changing characteristics of the main groups: storage furniture, tables, seats, beds and clocks. A chapter on construction techniques, coupled with a glossary provides criteria needed for dating country furniture, and the final chapter focuses on collecting and where to buy, with notes on originality, condition, repairs and fakes. This book is aimed at amateur collectors as well as professional dealers.
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NB: This is a secondhand book in very good condition. See our FAQs for more information. Please note that the jacket image is indicative only. A description of our secondhand books is not always available. Please contact us if you have a question about this title.
Author: David Knell
Format: Other printed item
Number of Pages: 240
A guide to household furniture used in the humbler homes of previous ages. The development of furniture is detailed from medieval times through to the beginnings of the mass-produced factory furniture of the 19th century with a chapter on each century and the changing characteristics of the main groups: storage furniture, tables, seats, beds and clocks. A chapter on construction techniques, coupled with a glossary provides criteria needed for dating country furniture, and the final chapter focuses on collecting and where to buy, with notes on originality, condition, repairs and fakes. This book is aimed at amateur collectors as well as professional dealers.
Author: David Knell
Format: Other printed item
Number of Pages: 240
A guide to household furniture used in the humbler homes of previous ages. The development of furniture is detailed from medieval times through to the beginnings of the mass-produced factory furniture of the 19th century with a chapter on each century and the changing characteristics of the main groups: storage furniture, tables, seats, beds and clocks. A chapter on construction techniques, coupled with a glossary provides criteria needed for dating country furniture, and the final chapter focuses on collecting and where to buy, with notes on originality, condition, repairs and fakes. This book is aimed at amateur collectors as well as professional dealers.
English Country Furniture: National and Regional Vernacular, 1500-1900
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