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Furniture 1: prehistoric through rococo

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Abstract

In the history of furniture, a myriad of forms and a wealth of decorative motifs evolved. A concise presentation of the major developments in furniture design and use through machine technology about 1800.

Contents

The Ancient World -- Medieval forms -- The Renaissance -- The Baroque -- One hundred years of great furniture design -- Advice for the collector.

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    [New York]: Cooper-Hewitt Museum, c1979

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  • 2700 voor Chr. - 1820 na Chr.

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    Includes index.

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