English and American Furniture

English and American Furniture is a comprehensive guide to the history, styles, and characteristics of furniture from England and America. Written by Herbert Cescinsky, a renowned expert in the field of antique furniture, the book covers a wide range of topics, from the Tudor period to the 19th century.The book is divided into two parts, with the first part focusing on English furniture and the second part on American furniture. Each section includes detailed descriptions and illustrations of the different styles and periods, as well as information on the materials, techniques, and craftsmanship used in the making of each piece.The English section covers the Tudor, Elizabethan, Jacobean, Queen Anne, Georgian, Regency, and Victorian periods, with a special emphasis on the furniture of the 18th century. The American section covers the Colonial, Federal, and Empire periods, as well as the Arts and Crafts movement and the revival styles of the late 19th century.In addition to the historical and stylistic information, the book also includes practical advice on buying, caring for, and restoring antique furniture. There are also chapters on furniture accessories, such as clocks, mirrors, and lighting, as well as a glossary of furniture terms and a bibliography for further reading.Overall, English and American Furniture is an essential reference for anyone interested in antique furniture, whether as a collector, dealer, or enthusiast. It is a comprehensive and authoritative guide that will be invaluable for years to come.1929. A pictorial handbook of fine furniture made in Great Britain and in the American colonies, some in the sixteenth century but principally in the seventeenth, eighteenth and early nineteenth centuries. With more than 400 illustrations. Contents: Gothic and Tudor Oak Furniture; English and American Furniture of Seventeenth Century Type; The Windsor or Turned Chair; Lacquer Work; Development of the English Walnut Chair; English and American Mahogany Chairs; American and English Dado Furniture; Double Chests, Highboys and Cabinets; Side Tables, Sideboards and Commodes; Mahogany Tripod Furniture; Occasional Tables; Wall Furniture of the Eighteenth Century; Hepplewhite Chairs: English and American; Wall and Toilet Mirrors: American and English; and Thomas Sheraton and Duncan Phyfe.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.