| American Antique Office Furniture - A Guide to Desks, Secretaries and Bookcases, with Pictures and Descriptions Contributor(s): Miller, Edgar J. (Author) |
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ISBN: 1447443977 ISBN-13: 9781447443971 Publisher: Ford. Press OUR PRICE: $29.44 Product Type: Paperback Published: January 2012 |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Antiques & Collectibles | Furniture - Design | Furniture - House & Home | Do-it-yourself - General |
| Physical Information: 0.16" H x 5.5" W x 8.5" (0.21 lbs) 66 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: This antiquarian book comprises a detailed catalogue of antique American office furniture, including notable information, photographs, and descriptions of the various pieces mentioned. A superb book that will greatly appeal to anyone with an interest in antique furniture, this text is not to be missed by discerning enthusiasts and makes for a great addition to collections of historical furniture literature. The chapters of this book include: 'Definitions and General Remarks', 'Early Types of Desks', 'Desks - Later and Chippendale Styles', 'Desks - Hepplewhite Style', 'Cylinder Desks', 'Tambour Desks and Secretary Bookcases', 'Bureau Desks', 'Other Kinds of Desks', 'Secretaries and Secretary-Bookcases', 'Anne and Chippendale Styles', 'China Cabinets'... and more. We are proud to republish this antiquarian book now complete with a new introduction on the history of furniture. |