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Knowing, Collecting and Restoring Early American Furniture
Paperback
FurnitureFurniture DesignGeneral Construction & Renovation
ISBN13: 9781025770536
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 234
Weight: 0.73
Height: 0.49 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
Knowing, Collecting and Restoring Early American Furniture is a comprehensive and practical guide for enthusiasts, collectors, and craftsmen dedicated to preserving the heritage of American cabinetry. Henry Hammond Taylor provides expert insights into the identifying characteristics of early pieces, ranging from the seventeenth-century Pilgrim style through the later Colonial and Federal periods. The work serves as both an educational resource for discerning authenticity and a manual for the meticulous process of restoration.
Readers will find detailed discussions on the various types of wood, construction methods, and hardware used by early American makers. Taylor offers clear instructions on how to approach repairs, refinishing, and the ethical considerations of maintaining a piece's historical integrity. By bridging the gap between historical appreciation and hands-on skill, this book empowers collectors to not only acquire significant items but to ensure their survival for future generations.
Whether exploring the nuances of early joinery or the elegant lines of period-specific designs, the text remains an essential reference for anyone passionate about the material culture of early America and the preservation of antique furniture.
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