Coincides with an Arts and Crafts exhibition at the Victoria and Albert Mesuem, London in March 2005. The Arts and Crafts movement (1860-1920), admired internationally, permanently changed the way designers think about furniture.
How to Restore Antique Furniture by Colin Holcombe, ISBN 1861264941
How to Restore Antique Furniture is a hands-on guide to the care and repair of a range of furniture types. Beginning with a history of furniture construction, which introduces the techniques to be found in pieces from various periods, the book discusses the qualities and applications of most common wood types, offering advice on tools and accessories. Among the topics covered are: dismantling furniture; removing old nails, screws, and glue; repairing dowel, knuckle, mortise, and tenon joints; mending damaged turnings; tackling veneers and marquetry; and restoring glass, keys, and locks.
How to Restore Antique Furniture by Colin Holcombe, ISBN 1861264941
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Furniture Makers Exploring Digital Technologies
Reporting on the myriad ways that contemporary furniture artists are exploring cutting-edge digital technology, this study investigates the modern collaborative process between furniture makers and their clients. Insightful interviews with 100 of the field's leading artists are presented, along with information on the changing approaches today's craftsmen take when designing and making fine furniture. This report also focuses on how modern furniture artists balance the investigation of new technologies and art movements while remaining true to their traditions.
Furniture Makers Exploring Digital Technologies
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