From the finest pieces to more everyday items, antique furniture will at some time need attention to treat minor scratches, dents or water marks or more complicated structural damage. This lavishly illustrated and informative book, written by and photographed in one of the world's leading workshops, shows how this is achieved in traditional materials, tools and techniques.
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"* "With its insight into the construction of furniture and practical furniture restoration this book should be on the book shelves of everyone with a collection of good...furniture." John Kitchin, BAFRA"
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William Cook worked for one of the country's leading furniture dealers before joining Christie's auctioneers in London. He left to join his family's restoration business, W.J. Cook & Sons. Here he developed the retail side of the business, specializing in late 17th- to 19th-century furniture. He has researched and written various specialist catalogues and gives lectures on restoration. He is a member of The London and Provincial Antique Dealers' Association. W.J. Cook & Sons is a senior member of the British Antique Furniture Restorers' Association.
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