Illustrated History of Furniture

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Frederick Litchfield's fascinating and detailed study of the functionality, craftsmanship, and artistry of furniture was written over a century ago in Victorian England and remains as culturally important as it is enduring. This beautiful facsimile edition brings back to the printed page hundreds of the superb engravings and photographic images that Litchfield used to illustrate his comprehensive historical handbook. This book has always been in the Top 50 most downloaded books on Gutenberg.com, proving this subject's universal appeal. Show more