{"product_id":"american-furniture-of-the-18th-century-history-technique-structure-9781561581047","title":"American Furniture of the 18th Century: History, Technique \u0026 Structure","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAmerican Furniture of the 18th Century: History, Technique \u0026amp; Structure\u003c\/strong\u003e by Greene, Jeffrey P.. hardcover edition. ISBN: 9781561581047.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAmerican furniture of the 18th century is prized for its historical and artistic value by museums and collectors, and as a benchmark in design and craftsmanship by modern-day furniture makers.\nIn the first part of the book, Jeffrey Greene chronicles the evolution of the design and construction of 18th-century furniture, drawing on historical influences and the tastes of the period. In the second part, he explains and illustrates the techniques of the period furniture maker, including joinery and authentic construction; carving, turning and inlay; time-honored finishing methods; and making working drawings. The final part examines 24 important original examples in detail for their design, construction and artistic merit.\nWritten by a professional period furniture maker, this book is intended for anyone with an interest in 18th-century furniture. For antiquarians, it will serve as a detailed guide to the furniture makers methods. For cabinetmakers of any period, it will be an essential reference on connoisseurship and historical methods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Taunton Press","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44946978144309,"sku":"ByrdShop_1561581046","price":63.1,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0627\/8139\/0901\/files\/9781561581047_7780483c-0488-423b-86b0-5321135c7f6c.jpg?v=1778653477","url":"https:\/\/atxbooks.com\/products\/american-furniture-of-the-18th-century-history-technique-structure-9781561581047","provider":"ATX Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}