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Over 1700 of Skibinski's line drawings present a visual approach to the identification of antique furnishings. The book is arranged in chronological sequences (17th century through the early 20th century) by type of furniture, from tables and settees to desks and bookcases. Butler and Johnson have included some important information for the novice and the experienced collector: the sources of furniture used as models for the illustrations; lists of museums, art galleries, and special displays of outstanding collections of furniture; a selected bibliography and a glossary; the anatomy of a piece of furniture; and a brief history of the periods of furniture and furniture makers. Highly recommended for public libraries and other subject collections.
A valuable resource on American antiques focuses on items made or used in America from 1750 to 1900, showcasing a wide variety of porcelain, pottery, glass, furniture, silver, clocks, jewelry, and other decorative arts and collectibles and furnishing listings of the most important designers, tips on care, advice on avoiding fakes, and more. Original. 20,000 first printing.
The evolution of the modern farm Finally, an encyclopedia reference work covering American farm implements and farm-related antiques from the 1800s through the 1940s. Through Encyclopedia of American Farm Implements & Antiques, follow the exciting and fascinating technological advances in farm equipment that made the United States the breadbasket to the world. Thoroughly researched, this guide features nearly 2,000 rare illustrations of farm equipment - the most poplar to the most obscure - from firms such as Deere & Co., J.I. Case, Allis-Chalmers, International Harvester and McCormick. Trace the history of: Alfalfa Grinders Balers Corn Binders Corn Harvesters Cultivators Elevators Drills Hay Tools Milking Machines Plows Saws Threshers Washing Machines Plus Much More! If you have an interest in farming and history, you'll love Encyclopedia of American Farm Implements & Antiques. Not only does it identify and illustrate farm equipment, but it explains how this equipment was used and reveals many of the trials and tribulations farmers faced in using it. Also includes current price ranges for thousands of implements and antiques.
*700 Manufactures/Trademarks are identified and most of them have short histories with dates of manufacture *Close to 1,500 hi-resolution color images are provided *More than 7,750 values have been provided for Good, Fine, Very Fine/Extra Fine and Excellent condition factors
This book shows all types of chairs, tables, sofas, and beds made in America from the seventeenth century to the mid-twentieth century.
The interest in seeing, knowing about and, most of all, collecting antiques continues to grow at an amazing rate. As is the case with any speicalized subject, the more knowledge you have about it the more enjoyable it will prove to be. This booklet is designed to provide a quick and easy introduction to the most popular styles of American antique furnishings and decorative objects, and also includes expanatory notes on their evolution.