The Story of Western Furniture

The Story of Western Furniture

Paperback (01 Jul 1998)

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Publisher's Synopsis

As well as fulfilling a functional need, furniture has always been an index of status. From the throne of Tutankhamen or the bed of State of Louis XIV to the austere Shaker chest or the Charles Eames chair and later modern pieces from Europe, the Far East and the United States, the style of each piece tells much about the outlook of the makers and the needs and skills of the time. This absorbing history traces the development of furniture design and production, from the days of ancient Egypt to the present, describing what articles were made in each period, how they were made, and what were the social and economic conditions that affected style and finish. The author discusses techniques such as joinery, turning, veneering, marquetry, polishing, upholstery, bentwood work and lamination. Many examples are shown in the illustrations, which are invaluable recognition sources and a lively visual accompaniment to the text.

Book information

ISBN: 9781561310678
Publisher: New Amsterdam Books
Imprint: New Amsterdam Books
Pub date:
Language: English
Number of pages: 256
Weight: 470g
Height: 181mm
Width: 254mm
Spine width: 19mm