Bowett charts the species, sources, and history of the woods used in British furniture making from medieval times to the twentieth century. The main dictionary section of the book has 460 entries that cover 477 species of hardwoods and softwoods and detail the history of each wood, describe its uses, and provide cross references to other woods. Extensively illustrated with examples of historic furniture, this book also includes an introductory survey of the historic timber trade and several appendices, including over 160 illustrated wood samples from the Economic Botany collection at Kew Gardens. The layout and accompanying photographs make this a valuable and accessible read that will interest furniture and antique enthusiasts, collectors, restorers, curators, and botanists, among others.

Woods in British Furniture Making 1400-1900: An Illustrated Historical Dictionary

Arts & Photography

Bowett, Adam

History & Criticism

Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew

Using beautiful illustrations, this new book explores the life and work of Thomas Chippendale, the most famous furniture designer and manufacturer of the eighteenth century. For at least 150 years, Thomas Chippendale has been synonymous with beautifully made eighteenth-century furniture in a variety of styles - Rococo, Chinese, Gothic, and Neoclassical. Born in Otley, Yorkshire, in 1718, Chippendale rose to fame because of his revolutionary design book,The Gentleman and Cabinet Maker'sDirector, published in 1754. That same year he set up his famous workshops in St Martin's Lane, creating some of the most magnificent furniture ever made in Britain. This beautifully illustrated history focuses on Britain's most famous furniture maker and designer, including the worldwide phenomenon 'Chippendale style' that became popular in Europe, North America, and Asia after his death in 1779. Today, his influence lives on with the ongoing production of 'Chippendale' furniture, while the eighteenth-century originals are selling for millions at auction.

Thomas Chippendale (Shire Library, 887)

Lomax, James

Shire Publications

This is an awesome book with true facts about mistakes that have shaped the history of our world. The illustrations are worth the price of the book!

History's Big Mistakes

Belitha Press

One of a series that looks at some of the strangest and most spectacular events and people through history. Provided with each particular person or event included is the historical background and actual evidence, plus fact boxes with further information all complemented by cartoon drawings.

History's Heroes & Villains (History's Highlights)

History

Mould, Chris

World

Chrysalis Books

Thomas Chippendale 1718-1779: A Celebration of British Craftsmanship and Design

Booklet commemorating the tercentenary of Thomas Chippendale's birth; containing an account of his life and career, his work and legacy

The Chippendale Society

• First major book on Thomas Chippendale for many years, illustrated in full color • The catalogue records a major Chippendale exhibition in Leeds, UK, running from 9 February to 9 June 2018. There will also be an exhibition at the Metropolitan Museum, New York This is the catalogue of the 2018 Leeds, UK, exhibition celebrating the tercentenary of Thomas Chippendale's birth. It covers all 95 exhibits including furniture, drawings, engravings, textiles and wallpaper, together with other contemporary and later material. Each entry is illustrated in color, with supporting images in both color and black and white. Also included are introductory essays to each section of the exhibition, covering Chippendale's life and career, his furniture styles, his relationships with customers, and his legacy from the 18th century to the present day.

Crafts, Hobbies & Home

Antiques & Collectibles

Chippendale Society The

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Woods in British Furniture Making 1400-1900: An Illustrated Historical Dictionary

Thomas Chippendale (Shire Library, 887)

History's Big Mistakes

History's Heroes & Villains (History's Highlights)

Thomas Chippendale 1718-1779: A Celebration of British Craftsmanship and Design

Thomas Chippendale 1718-1779: A Celebration of British Craftsmanship and Design