HOW TO DATE FURNITURE: An Easy Reference Guide (Britain’s Architectural History)

Do you love antique shows on TV? Would you like to know more about the furniture you see in antique shops and country houses? Then this book is for you.

This illustrated, easy reference guide is packed with all the information you need to help you date English furniture and bring its history to life.

The book looks at many different furniture types, showing how form, style and the types of wood used changed from the Tudor period through to the Art Deco years of the 1930s. It highlights key details, what to look for when dating furniture, and introduces significant furniture designers and their importance. There’s also a look at how changes in English society and fashion resulted in the introduction of specific pieces.

Trevor Yorke is an artist and author. His work includes numerous related books, including How To Date Buildings, Georgian & Regency Houses Explained and How To Attack A Castle – And How To Defend It.

CONTENTS

• Introduction
• 1. English Furniture: a Brief History
• 2. Chairs: Dining Chairs, Armchairs, Sofas & Settees
• 3. Tables: Dining Tables, Occasional Tables & Games Tables
• 4. Desks: Bureaux, Writing Tables & Secretaires
• 5. Chests: Chests of Drawers, Coffers and Tallboys
• 6. Cabinets: Cupboards, Bookcases & Sideboards
• 7. Beds: Four-posters, Presses Wardrobes
• 8. Miscellaneous: Clocks, Mirrors, Trolleys, Overmantels & Screens
• 9. Reproductions & Fakes
• Glossary

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