English Furniture (1905)

By Frederick S. Robinson

Book Overview

English Furniture is a comprehensive book written by Frederick S. Robinson in 1905. The book is a detailed guide to the history, styles, and materials used in English furniture from the medieval period up to the early 20th century. Robinson provides a thorough analysis of various furniture styles, including Gothic, Renaissance, Jacobean, Queen Anne, and Georgian, and their evolution over time. He also covers the different materials used in furniture making, such as oak, walnut, mahogany, and satinwood, and their characteristics. The book features numerous illustrations and photographs of furniture examples, including chairs, tables, cabinets, and beds, with detailed descriptions of their design and construction. The book is a valuable resource for furniture enthusiasts, historians, and collectors, providing a comprehensive overview of English furniture and its evolution over time.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1166067130
• ISBN13: 9781166067137
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 570 Pages
• Weight: 2.13 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.2" x 7.5" x 9.3"