American Furniture in The Metropolitan Museum of Art: I. Early Colonial Period: The Seventeenth-Century and William and Mary Styles
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| Rating | : | 4.15 (677 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 0300116470 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 464 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2016-09-18 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
Huge, Spectacular and Superb There is no other way to describe this book but to call it spectacular. I have many furniture and woodworking books and this is easily one of the best books of it's type.First, this is a huge book. Large format and lots of pages.The photography is spectacular. I know I've already said spectacular but the pictures are incredib. "Five Stars" according to Lschop. An outstanding collection of early American pieces - excellent photos along with origin, provenance, and detailed construction information.. Excellent customer Excellent publication with information and pix not found elsewhere.
It covers the full spectrum of furniture forms made during the 17th and early 18th centuriesfrom chairs and other seating to tables, boxes, various types of chests and cupboards, and desks. Each of the 141 objects is thoroughly described with detailed information on provenance, construction, condition, inscriptions, dimensions, and materials. Photographed anew in color for this volume, each piece is explicated in terms of the styles and craftsmanship of the period and is evaluated in light of comparative pieces in public and private collections throughout the country. The Metropolitan Museum’s preeminent collection of early colonial furniture is expertly documented in this long-awaited publication. One appendix contains photographic details of construction and decorative elements, and another has drawings of joints and moldings.
"The Metropolitan Museum's superb collection of early colonial furniture is expertly documented in this outstanding compilation of stunning photographs and detailed text."—New England Antiques Journal