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Chairs: A History by Florence Dampierre Publisher Comments Henry David Thoreau wrote, "I had three chairs in my house; one for solitude, two for friendship, three for society." In "Chairs: A History," furniture historian Florence de Dampierre presents a wonderfully readable and visually stunning exploration of... (read more) List Price $65.00 Your price: $24.98 Sale - Hardcover 
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Gustav Stickley by David Cathers Publisher Comments - First comprehensive monograph on Stickley (1858--1942), a pivotal figure of the American Arts & Crafts movement, covering all facets of his career- Cathers is one of the most distinguished and widely consulted scholars on Stickley- An indispensable... (read more) List Price $69.95 Your price: $24.98 Sale - Hardcover
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Star Pieces: The Enduring Beauty of Spectacular Furniture by David Linley Publisher Comments Furniture has star qualities unlike any other object: It is both functional and decorative, yet it can connect us to history and far-flung places around the globe in the same way a Renaissance painting sends us back in time or a photograph takes us to a... (read more) List Price $65.00 Your price: $45.00 Used - Hardcover
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A Field Guide to Antique Furniture by Peter Philp Publisher Comments This beautifully illustrated guide to American, British, and continental European furniture allows easy identification and authentication of every type of free-standing furniture from the late Middle Ages to 1940.... (read more) List Price $29.95 Your price: $14.95 Used - Trade Paper
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Mid-Century Modern: Furniture of the 1950s by Cara Greenberg Publisher Comments This highly praised celebration of '50s design recalls the wonders of boomerang-shaped coffee tables, the funky curvaceousness of biomorphic furniture, the industrial sleekness of cool metals, and other design delights. "Will undoubtedly foster a new... (read more) List Price $22.50 Your price: $14.00 Used - Trade Paper
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The Hoosier Cabinet in Kitchen History by Nancy R Hiller Publisher Comments Loaded with labor and time-saving conveniences, the Hoosier cabinet was among the earliest design innovations of the modern American kitchen. This culinary workstation allowed owners to maintain an efficient and clutter-free kitchen by centralizing... (read more) List Price $34.95 Your price: $27.95 Sale - Hardcover
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Chairs by Judith Miller Synopsis Judith Miller celebrates and scrutinizes nearly 400 years of great seating in this sumptuous volume, an ode to the ingenuity of design, craftsmanship and sheer wow factor of the chair. Ranging from early antiques such as the 1680 Wainscot Chair and the... (read more) List Price $65.00 Your price: $40.00 Used - Hardcover
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The Folding Screen by Mark Aldbrook Publisher Comments From its simple roots as a room divider, the folding screen has evolved into a wonderful fusion of fine and applied arts. As both a practical object of furniture and a work of fine art, it became a medium that could reflect the changing styles and... (read more) List Price $50.00 Your price: $15.00 Used - Hardcover
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History of Interior Design & Furniture by Robbie Blakemore Publisher Comments 'History of Interior Design and Furniture, Second Edition presents a comprehensive survey of the major historical periods of interior architecture and decorative styles. Now full color throughout, this monumental overview is a breathtaking journey... (read more) List Price $70.00 Your price: $45.00 Used - Hardcover
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Modern Furniture Classics: A Sourcebook of Styles, Designers, and Manufacturers from 1855 to Today by Miriam Stimpson Synopsis This study of the most influential furniture created during the most provocative century in interior design covers more than 350 items, with essential data for each.... (read more) List Price $19.95 Your price: $11.95 Used - Trade Paper
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Shaker Design by June Sprigg Publisher Comments The Shaker movement in America began in 1774 when Mother Ann Lee emigrated from Manchester, England, with a small group of followers, and settled in New York State. Despite impoverished beginnings, the Shakers flourished in the early nineteenth century... (read more) List Price $39.95 Your price: $14.95 Used - Trade Paper
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Hidden Treasures: Searching for Masterpieces of American Furniture by Leigh Keno Publisher Comments Includes bibliographical references (p. 291-295) and index.... (read more) List Price $15.95 Your price: $10.95 Used - Trade Paper
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The Shaker Legacy: Perspectives on an Enduring Furniture Style by Christia Becksvoort Publisher Comments "The Shaker Legacy" is an intriguing visual tour of 150 classic Shaker pieces, many of which have never been previously photographed. In addition, Becksvoort gives a historical perspective of Shaker beliefs and how they shaped Shaker design. 250+ color... (read more) List Price $40.00 Your price: $26.95 Used - Hardcover
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Hispanic furniture :an American collection from the Southwest by Sali Barnett Katz Publisher Comments The full range of classic Spanish design from its origins to the present.... (read more) List Price $34.95 Your price: $20.00 Used - Hardcover
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The Perfect Home: Best of Style (Perfect Home Series) by Joseph Carroll Publisher Comments "The Perfect Home Series, style maven Joseph Carroll brings you the furniture that has had the greatest impact in today's homes, from origins to evolution. As he did in Volumes I #amp; 11, Carroll scatters anecdotes and historical tidbits throughout the... (read more) List Price $29.95 Your price: $8.50 Used - Hardcover
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Art Deco Furniture: The French Designers by Alastair Duncan Publisher Comments In the early 20th century, the Art Deco movement created new standards in furniture design, architecture, and the decorative arts. This detailed study serves as both an essential reference book for collectors and a marvelous chronicle of one of the most... (read more) Your price: $31.95 New - Trade Paper
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America's Oak Furniture by Nancy Schiffer Publisher Comments Over 300 photos of oak furniture illustrated in color and arranged by types, from armoires to tables. Hundreds of chairs are shown to display the great variety of styles. Famous makers such as Larkin, Stickley, and more are well represented. A current... (read more) List Price $24.95 Your price: $8.95 Used - Trade Paper
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The Furniture of Sam Maloof by Jeremy Adamson Publisher Comments Sam Maloof (1916-) is a consummate furniture designer and maker, recognized worldwide as a craftsperson's craftsman. This book examines Maloof's lifetime of production. Documented in 200 illustrations, over 90 in color, Adamson traces Maloof's career... (read more) Your price: $35.00 New - Trade Paper
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The Custom Furniture Source Book: A Guide to 125 Craftsmen by Kerry Pierce Publisher Comments Sitting down to a custom-built dining table, or storing linens in a truly unique armoire...it's a dream for people who embrace quality and custom woodworking. But if you don't have the skills, tools, or time to make it yourself, where can you get it... (read more) List Price $29.95 Your price: $11.98 Sale - Trade Paper
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Once Upon a Chair: Furniture Beyond the Icon by Robert Klanten Synopsis A global up-to-the-minute survey of contemporary furniture and interior design a reference to the zeitgeist and the best designers today.... (read more) List Price $65.00 Your price: $45.00 Used - Hardcover
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