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American Furniture of the 18th Century: History, Technique, and Structure by Jeffrey P. Greene click to enlarge

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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