American Victorian Furniture 1840-1880 - Types Makers / Illustrated Book

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Approximately 500 superb black-and-white photographs with in-depth captions accompany a rich narrative which reviews the history and manufacture of Victorian furniture produced between1840-1880.<br>AMERICAN FURNITURE OF THE 19TH CENTURY: 1840-1880<br>by Eileen and Richard Dubrow, Schiffer Publishing Co., PA, 1983.<br>Here is “an important study of the fine handcrafted furniture made in America between 1840 and 1880.  Most pieces are identified by the cabinetmaker who made them.  Biographies of the leading cabinet-makers from all over America are presented including new, significant information on John Henry Belter the man.  Most of the examples have not been seen before in any publication.  In the book, the Dubrows explain why this was the most productive period of American furniture making, and they show actual room settings as well as individual forms.  Their investigative research into the origins and manufacture of Wooton desks and furniture by John Henry Belter has enabled them to identify many previously unknown forms by each of these makers.”  This book is packed with fine black and white photo illustrations, historical background and a discussion of these furnishings to Gothic and Rococo international styles.<br>8.75” x 11.25” hardback with dust cover in very good condition.  247 pages.<br>FREE<br>media mail<br>shipping and handling for deliveries within the 50 United States.  Rates vary for international mailings.<br>