Iron seemed to be suitable for everything - from railway lines to steam kettles, jewellery and furniture. Beds, chairs, tables, benches and small items of furniture made of cast-iron, the most modern and versatile material of its time, were available due to its durability and low price.
The art-historical development of cast-iron furniture has long been neglected and this book offers a systematic illustrated record of the many diverse forms featuring two major names: Karl Friedrich Schinkel of Germany and Christopher Dresser of the United Kingdom.
With over 460 types of iron furniture presented among 160 pages of illustrations, Georg Himmelheber provides furniture experts and dealers, designers and collectors with the first complete and international survey of this very popular furniture. This book is also an important contribution to the cultural history of the 19th century.
Pretty Happy by Peter Johnson, ISBN 187772775X
"The cast of characters ... are family members. What we remember of our childhoods are seemingly magical acts by our parents and siblings, acts that do not explain themselves and belong to the realm of myth. Johnson's prose poems return us to that world where our imagination was the hero setting out almost daily on a series of fabulous adventures under the dining room table, which, we might say, rests on the shaky legs of common sense".
Pretty Happy by Peter Johnson, ISBN 187772775X
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Victorian Kitchens & Baths: Bringing Victorian Romance Into the Heart of the Home
Romance is in and Victorian design and architecture are as popular now as they were when Victorian was the contemporary style more than a hundred years ago. Often, people who buy a Victorian home have expertise in antiques of the era and can furnish a period living room or bedroom, but they are stymied when it comes to the kitchen and the bathroom. Victorian Kitchens and Baths solves this common dilemma by looking at the individual design, decor and architectural elements that make a room Victorian, offering a myriad of purist as well as interpretive ideas that can be used and adapted to fit many homes and tastes.
Victorian Kitchens & Baths: Bringing Victorian Romance Into the Heart of the Home
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New England Furniture at Winterthur: Queen Anne and Chippendale Periods by Nancy E. Richards, ISBN 0912724382
This volume comprehensively explores the furniture industry of New England, detailing the impact of urban communities, especially Boston, as well as the pervasiveness of regionalism, which has attracted fresh attention from scholars. The importance of the export trade and the roles of specialists, particularly the upholsterer, also receive consideration. The variety of New England furniture - in form, in origin, and in ornament - is beautifully demonstrated. By articulating the technical aspects of the style, the book lays a groundwork for future scholars and provides a springboard for cultural studies using the Winterthur furniture collection. An intriguing narrative tale as well as an essential reference, this volume presents informative essays on various furniture forms, detailed entries on 225 individual objects, and a comprehensive index. It is the collaboration of several individuals: Nancy E. Richards and Nancy Goyne Evans, Winterthur's former senior curator and registrar, respectively;...
New England Furniture at Winterthur: Queen Anne and Chippendale Periods by Nancy E. Richards, ISBN 0912724382
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Emily Post's Favorite Party & Dining Tips: A Guide for Guests & Hosts
This handy pocket guide to dining and entertaining is guaranteed to give readers complete confidence in every situation as a host or a guest. Line art throughout.
Emily Post's Favorite Party & Dining Tips: A Guide for Guests & Hosts
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Better Homes and Gardens Cottage Style by Better Homes and Gardens, ISBN 0696215608
-- An inspiring yet practical book that shows how to give any home irresistible, away-from-it-all ambience.
-- Room-by-room guide helps decorators "charm" any space.
-- Includes more than 200 photos to inspire the imagination.
Better Homes and Gardens Cottage Style by Better Homes and Gardens, ISBN 0696215608
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Window Treatments & Slipcovers for Dummies
Gain inspiration from 8 pages of full-color photos
Create a stunning room with dozens of step-by-step projects
Want to ditch your drab drapes and so-so slipcovers and create a style that's uniquely your own? Top designer Mark Montano reveals how easy it is to jazz up your windows and furniture without breaking the bank! You get expert tips on everything from measuring and cutting material to accessorizing, as well as savvy shortcuts and quick fixes.
Window Treatments & Slipcovers for Dummies
Best Furniture Buying Tips Ever!
A leading expert on home furnishings provides a detailed reference, filled with tips and tools, on how to get the best furniture, from antique to modern, in all price ranges, for one`s home, offering a behind-the-scenes account of the furniture industry and furnishing helpful advice on what and what not to buy, where to shop, places to avoid, and more. Original. 15,000 first printingg. Copyright (C) Muze Inc. 2005. For personal use only. All rights reserved.
Best Furniture Buying Tips Ever! the furniture room Cast-Iron Furniture by Georg Himmelheber, ISBN 0856674621
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