Illustrated History of Furniture: From the Earliest to the Present Time (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781432657710)

The Illustrated History of Furniture: From the Earliest to the Present Time is a comprehensive and informative book written by Frederick Litchfield. The book provides a detailed account of the evolution of furniture, from ancient times to the present day. It is richly illustrated with over 400 images, including photographs, drawings, and sketches.The book is divided into chapters that cover different periods in the history of furniture, starting with the ancient civilizations of Egypt, Greece, and Rome. It then moves on to the Middle Ages, the Renaissance, and the Baroque period, before exploring the styles of the 18th, 19th, and 20th centuries.Each chapter provides a detailed description of the furniture styles and designs of the period, along with information on the materials used, the manufacturing techniques, and the social and cultural influences that shaped them. The book also includes biographical information on the most important furniture designers and makers of each period.The Illustrated History of Furniture is an essential reference for anyone interested in the history of design and furniture. It is a beautifully produced volume that will appeal to both scholars and general readers alike.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.

Author: Frederick Litchfield
ISBN-10: 1432657712
ISBN-13: 9781432657710
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 06/01/2007
Pages: 448
Format: Paperback
Weight: 2.20lbs
Size: 11.00h x 8.25w x 0.91d