The Bulfinch Anatomy of Antique Furniture Vol. 1 : An Illustrated Guide to Identifying Period, Detail, and Design by Paul Atterbury; Tim Forrest - 1996

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Bulfinch, October 1996. Hardcover. Used - Very Good.

This is a first North American edition of The Bulfinch Anatomy of Antique Furniture. It is the ultimate visual glossary about antiques, of value to beginners and those with lots of experience in collecting.More than 200 pieces are reproduced in lavish photographs with copious annotation and a wealth of illustrative detail, covering all categories of furniture.Eight chapters look at a full spectrum of pieces, from chairs, tables, and beds to painted furniture, mirrors, and kitchen collectibles. Special pages in each chapter offer dozens of variations on particular features - feet, castors, chair backs, finishes etc., while others concentrate on a specific piece, highlighting the crucial points to look for. Side panels illustrate notable variations, which may differ according to country and local materials. Historical context and stylistic developments, together with named designers and cabinetmakers, are depicted in specially devised timelines, taking the reader from the late 1600s to the… Read More

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