Name/Title
American Furniture of the 18th CenturyEntry/Object ID
2011.004.13Secondary Title
American Furniture of the Eighteenth CenturyDescription
American furniture of the 18th century is prized for its historical and artistic value by museums and collectors, and as a benchmark in design and craftsmanship by modern-day furniture makers. This book chronicles the evolution of the design and construction of 18th-century furniture, drawing on historical influences and the tastes of the period. Illustrates the techniques of the period furniture maker, including joinery and authentic construction; carving, turning and inlay; time-honored finishing methods; and making working drawings. Examines 24 important original examples in detail for their design, construction and artistic merit. Includes timelines of furniture design (America, England, France) on lining papers.
311 p. : ill. (some col.) ; 29 cm.Collection
Historic Charleston Foundation LibraryAcquisition
Accession
2011.004.Source or Donor
New Library Books Purchased (2011)Acquisition Method
PurchasedCredit Line
Restricted Book/Archives Acquisition Fund PurchaseLexicon
Nomenclature 4.0
Nomenclature Primary Object Term
BookNomenclature Sub-Class
Other DocumentsNomenclature Class
Documentary ObjectsNomenclature Category
Category 08: Communication ObjectsSearch Terms
Furniture--United States--History--18th century, Furniture--United States--History--19th centuryBook Details
Author
Greene, Jeffrey P.Publisher
Taunton PressDate Published
1996Call No.
NK2406 .G74 1996ISBN
1561581046LCCN
96012859Location
Location
Building
NRH Research RoomCategory
PermanentDate
February 7, 2023General Notes
Note
Notes: By Jeffrey P. Greene.
Includes bibliographical references (p. 302-303) and index.Created By
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September 21, 2011Updated By
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April 5, 2023