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American Oak Furniture: Styles and Prices, Book 1 (3rd Edition)
American Oak Furniture Styles and Prices Book 1 - 3rd Edition Author:Robert W. Swedberg, Harriett Swedberg Sturdy, staunch, heavy, hard -- that's oak. When America's virgin walnut forests were depleted in the late 1800s, furniture designers and makers turned to oak. With its ornamental carvings and golden finish, oak furniture can be as elegant as it is durable. From the entry hall to the bedroom, American Oak Furniture, Styles an... more »d Prices, Book 1, takes you on a tour through a Victorian home furnished entirely with this versatile wood.
This third edition discusses the forms and styles of oak furniture, including the Arts and Crafts Movement and the Mission style. Pricing information, how to spot imitators, and a glossary and index make this guide a must for collectors, dealers, decorators, and browsers. Description, manufacturer information, locale, and current market value accompany the more than 400 black-and-white photos and 8 pages of color.« less