Encyclopedia of Furniture Materials, Trades and Techniques

An essential work of reference for furniture historians and anyone interested in the fine and decorative arts, the

Encyclopedia of Furniture Materials, Trades and Techniques is the first comprehensive account of both historical and modern furniture manufacture. In more than 1700 entries, Clive Edwards brings together information on a wide range of topics. In-depth coverage includes developments in Britain and America, from the Renaissance to the present day.