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American Furniture of the 18th Century: History, Technique, and Structure
Jeffrey P. Greene
In this comprehensive treatise, the Rhode Island maker Jeffrey Greene delivers a thorough historical account, a detailed set of technical notes, and an excellent set of construction drawings of 24 typical pieces. Greene explains how to make working drawings for yourself from existing pieces. The author's deep workshop experience shines here. TABLE OF CONTENTS: Introduction Part 1: The Origins and Evolution of American Furniture Styles Chapter 1. Prelude to Change: The Jacobean Period (1607-1690) Chapter 2. The Century of Cabinetmaking Begins: The William and Mary Period (1690-1725) Chapter 3. Elegance and Refinement: The Queen Anne Style (1725-1760) Chapter 4. Opulence and Stately Presence: The Chippendale Style (1760-1785) Chapter 5. Designs for the New Republic: The Federal Period (1785-1810) Chapter 6. Revisiting Ancient Splendor: American Empire (1810-1830) Part 2: The Methods and Materials of the 18th-Century Cabinetmaker Chapter 7. Period Surfaces and Their Making Chapter 8. Construction Joinery Chapter 9. Cabriole Legs, Ball and Claw Feet Chapter 10. Surface Ornamentation Chapter 11. Turning Chapter 12. Finishing Materials and Techniques Chapter 13. Measurements and Drawings Part 3: Examples of Style and Structure William & Mary Queen Anne Chippendale Federal Appendix I: Wood and Wood Movement Appendix II: Chronology of Illustrated Publications Appendix III: Period Varnish Resins Appendix IV: Period Colorants Appendix V: Period Finishing Formulae Glossary Bibliography Index
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