Encyclopedia of American Oak Furniture

by Robert W. Swedberg and Harriett Swedberg

This text is a comprehensive reference to America's favourite style of antique furniture. The book, containing pictures, detailed descriptions and values of furniture from the 1880s to the early... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0873418778
• ISBN13: 9780873418775
• Release Date: January 2000
• Publisher: Krause Publications
• Length: 399 Pages
• Weight: 2.10 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 8.5" x 11.0"

Customer Reviews

A Great Encyclopedia For American Oak Furniture Lovers

If you enjoy American Oak Furniture, this brand new, year 2000 book is for you. It contains 400 pages, loaded with more than 1,500 large black and white photos. It covers the period from the late 1880s through the early 1900s. Its contents are interestingly arranged according to room. It takes you through the Entry Hall, Living Room, Dining Room, Kitchen, Children's Room, Library, Bedroom and then covers Chairs and Benches, Accessories, Mission Furniture, and more. Each room is provided with sufficient interesting and useful information. There's a chapter on the Hearty Oaks and Look Alikes, as well as a complete index and glossary. Up-To-Date prices are provided. Virtually every type of furniture from this period is included. A valuable resource for American Oak Furniture enthusiasts.