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Coles English Furniture And Furniture Makers Of The Eighteenth Century (1906) at Bayshore Shopping Centre in Ottawa, ON
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English Furniture and Furniture Makers of the Eighteenth Century is a comprehensive guide to the furniture and furniture makers of England during the 18th century. Written by R.S. Clouston and first published in 1906, this book provides an in-depth look at the styles and techniques of furniture making during this period, as well as the various craftsmen and workshops that produced these pieces.The book begins with an overview of the different styles of furniture that were popular during the 18th century, including Queen Anne, Chippendale, and Adam styles. It then delves into the materials and techniques used by furniture makers of the time, such as mahogany, walnut, and marquetry.The second half of the book focuses on the individual furniture makers and workshops of the period. Clouston provides detailed biographies of the most prominent craftsmen, including Thomas Chippendale, George Hepplewhite, and Thomas Sheraton. He also discusses the various workshops and companies that produced furniture during this time, such as the Royal Cabinet-Makers and Upholsterers and the Society of Upholsterers.English Furniture and Furniture Makers of the Eighteenth Century is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of furniture making, as well as for collectors and enthusiasts of antique furniture. With its detailed descriptions and beautiful illustrations, this book provides a fascinating glimpse into the world of 18th-century English furniture.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.
English Furniture and Furniture Makers of the Eighteenth Century is a comprehensive guide to the furniture and furniture makers of England during the 18th century. Written by R.S. Clouston and first published in 1906, this book provides an in-depth look at the styles and techniques of furniture making during this period, as well as the various craftsmen and workshops that produced these pieces.The book begins with an overview of the different styles of furniture that were popular during the 18th century, including Queen Anne, Chippendale, and Adam styles. It then delves into the materials and techniques used by furniture makers of the time, such as mahogany, walnut, and marquetry.The second half of the book focuses on the individual furniture makers and workshops of the period. Clouston provides detailed biographies of the most prominent craftsmen, including Thomas Chippendale, George Hepplewhite, and Thomas Sheraton. He also discusses the various workshops and companies that produced furniture during this time, such as the Royal Cabinet-Makers and Upholsterers and the Society of Upholsterers.English Furniture and Furniture Makers of the Eighteenth Century is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of furniture making, as well as for collectors and enthusiasts of antique furniture. With its detailed descriptions and beautiful illustrations, this book provides a fascinating glimpse into the world of 18th-century English furniture.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.
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