In this comprehensive guide, expert
woodworker Michael Dunbar provides complete, illustrated
instructions for replicating Federal style tables, chairs, beds,
chests, mirrors, desks and candlestands. He addresses Federal
furniture from the point of view of those who lived through the time
as well as the perspective of the craftsmen who built it.
The Federalist Era
was a defining period in U.S. history, shaping the nation’s
government, economy, and foreign policy. Led by figures like George
Washington, John Adams, Alexander Hamilton, and Thomas Jefferson,
this era saw the creation of the Constitution, the Bill of Rights,
the First Bank of the United States, and the rise of America’s first
political parties
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ANTIQUE FURNITURE TERMINOLOGY
FROM A TO Z
Below is an illustrated,
alphabetical list of terms often used to describe parts of antique
furniture. This will be very helpful if you’re interested in
antiques and want to learn and understand the styles and
construction of various types of furniture. Although some of the
terms may be confusing, it’s helpful to familiarize yourself with
them before buying antique furniture.
Amboyna
Amboyna is a type of wood from south east Asia usually a
reddish-brown in colour with a curled and mottled grain and was used
for veneers in furniture.
Acanthus
An acanthus is a leafy carved ornament in the top of the columns of
the Corinthian. They are found in mahogany furniture from the
Georgian, Victorian and Edwardian periods.
Apron
An apron is situated below the seat rail of a chair, settee,
cabinets and tables, it can be shaped like on this wonderful card
table.
Alabaster
Alabaster is usually translucent and white or grey in color, form of
the mineral gypsum which can be polished to a smooth and waxy
finish. Often used in sculpture, decorative stone panelling, beads
and cabochons.
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Amboyna
Acanthus
Apron
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