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Also available in this series: THE ANTIQUE HUNTER'S GUIDE TO AMERICAN POTTERY & PORCELAIN, THE ANTIQUE HUNTER'S GUIDE TO AMERICAN FURNITURE: CHEST CUPBOARDS, DESKS & OTHER PIECES, and The ANTIQUE HUNTER'S GUIDE TO AMERICAN SILVER & PEWTER
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Brimming with photographs and invaluable information, AMERICAN FURNITURE is an indispensable guidebook for novice and experienced collectors of all types of chairs, tables, sofas, and beds. Showcasing 347 representative examples - from Colonial Revival, Chippendale and Federal pieces to Shaker, Mission and modern pieces - this volume covers the entire range of American Furniture manufactured from the seventeenth century to the mid-twentieth century.
Expertly researched, this handy guide features a full-color photograph of each piece accompanied by an extensive caption describing the object, the materials and dimensions, where and when it was manufactured, background information on the maker, the genre of the piece, and tips for collectors.
Extensively detailed, portable, and easy to use, AMERICAN FURNITURE: TABLES, CHAIRS, SOFAS & BEDS also features an extensive reference section that includes a checklist of identifying styles, an upholstery guide, and a glossary, all illustrated with line drawings. In addition, hints for buying at auction and an up-to-date price guide are also included.
