Antique Furniture (1915)

by Frederick William Burgess

Book Overview

Antique Furniture (1915) by Frederick William Burgess is a comprehensive guide to the history, styles, and characteristics of antique furniture. The book covers a wide range of furniture types, including chairs, tables, cabinets, and more, and provides detailed information on their design, construction, and materials.The first section of the book explores the history of furniture, tracing its evolution from ancient civilizations to the 19th century. Burgess discusses the various styles that emerged during this time, such as Gothic, Renaissance, and Rococo, and provides examples of key pieces from each period.The second section of the book focuses on the construction of furniture, including the different types of joints, finishes, and woods used in antique pieces. Burgess also covers the various tools and techniques used by furniture makers throughout history.The final section of the book is a detailed catalog of antique furniture, organized by style and type. Each entry includes a description of the piece, its history, and its characteristics, as well as photographs and illustrations.Overall, Antique Furniture (1915) is an invaluable resource for anyone interested in the history and design of antique furniture. With its detailed descriptions, illustrations, and historical context, the book provides a comprehensive overview of this fascinating subject.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1436779618
• ISBN13: 9781436779616
• Release Date: June 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 580 Pages
• Weight: 1.69 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"