American Furniture of the 18th Century

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American Furniture Of The 18th Century bridges the gap between the art of period furniture and the craft of furniture making. Jeffrey Greene's meticulous research of styles, makers and period methods produces a rare combination of history and technique that is bursting with information and insight. Green first provides a comprehensive survey of design and construction based on the historical influences and tastes of the period. He then examines and explains authentic joinery, construction and furniture making methods. Throughout, he provides drawings, illustrations and photographs. And in a separate, full-color section, he treats readers to a close-up look at 18 important examples with a discussion of their design, construction and artistic merit. American Furniture Of The 18th Century captures the spirit of an age that boasted William and Mary, Queen Anne, Chippendale, Hepplewhite, Sheraton, Neoclassical and other enduring makers and styles. It successfully links the history, craft and construction of these classic masterworks in a beautiful volume of elegance and timeless designs. Highly recommended reading for antiquarians, collectors of 18th Century furniture, and students of 18th Century Americana.


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The author is a professional period furniture maker. Writing for antiquarians, cabinetmakers, and others with an interest in furniture connoisseurship and historical methods, he chronicles the evolution of the design and construction of 18th-century furniture, explains and illustrates the techniques of the period furniture maker, and presents 24 examples in detail, highlighting their design, construction, and artistic merit. Techniques covered include joinery, carving, turning, inlay, finishing methods, and making working drawings. Generously illustrated with color and b&w photos. Annotation c. by Book News, Inc., Portland, Or.


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