English and American Furniture

English and American Furniture by Herbert Cescinsky is a comprehensive guide to the history and evolution of furniture design in England and America. The book covers a wide range of styles, from Gothic and Renaissance to Georgian, Victorian, and Arts and Crafts. It provides detailed descriptions of the various types of furniture, including chairs, tables, cabinets, and beds, and explores the materials, techniques, and decorative elements used in their construction. The book also includes over 500 illustrations, including photographs, line drawings, and diagrams, which help to bring the furniture to life and provide a visual reference for readers. In addition, Cescinsky provides a wealth of historical and cultural context, discussing the social and economic factors that influenced furniture design and production in both England and America. Overall, English and American Furniture is an essential resource for anyone interested in the history of furniture design, whether as a student, collector, or enthusiast. It offers a comprehensive overview of the subject, combining detailed descriptions with insightful analysis and beautiful illustrations, and is sure to be a valuable addition to any library.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.