Antique or vintage furniture / furniture collecting

From a spirit-haunted church in Western Ohio to an ancient Italian castle, from a freakish funhouse on the Jersey shore to a Connecticut cottage with a storybook faade that belies its spine-tingling contents: this collection of aspirational interiors will appeal to anyone who wishes to live in the luxury of Gothic darkness without sacrificing even an ounce of style.

Professor Craig Kennedy is a scientist detective at Columbia University.

This book is one - the first - of the series of Handbooks on industrial subjects being published by the Popular Mechanics Company.

A stylish and informative guide to the best of Midcentury Modern chair design.

The Upholsterer's Step-by-step Handbook reveals the techniques and tips of the upholstery trade in an easy to understand format.

This book could be the smartest investment you ever make in furniture Mansion AustraliaA new way of thinking about furniture, from the international bestselling author of The Interior Design Handbook Interior-design sensation Frida Ramstedt changed how we think about designing a harmonious home with her book The Interior Design Handbook.

Suchen Sie nach neuen Ideen, um Ihre Freizeit spannend und erfüllend zu gestalten?

Omas heißgeliebter Bauernstuhl wird dank neuer Lackierung zum Eyecatcher, der Flohmarktfund erstrahlt mit frischer Polsterung in neuem Glanz und das Wiener Geflecht der alten Esszimmerstühle wird repariert und modern verziert.

Mit einfachen Mitteln, dem richtigen Material und etwas Kreativität wird aus Opas Schreibtisch ein neues Highlight, aus dem Sperrmüllfund mit der defekten Linoleumplatte ein toller neuer Küchentisch und dem ramponierten Nierentisch ein neuer Eyecatcher.

Find new value, purpose, and joy as you restore and uncover beauty in your home and (most importantly) in your life.

This book contains a detailed treatise on English oak cupboards and sideboards.

This text contains a comprehensive guide to veneering, including information on tools, the processes of different veneers, and repairing faults.

'Over the years I've had some incredible finds, but the one that excites me the most is the next one.

This book is a full-color catalogue raisonne interprets the distinctive furniture made by John Shearer, one of the most accomplished and intriguing furniture makers during the post-Revolutionary period.

As well as fulfilling a functional need, furniture has always been an index of status.

An iconic American artist's self-proclaimed life's workbringing historic mansions to life with bold color, antiques, myriad collectibles, and objets galore.

Some of the most exciting interiors around are those that layer vintage and antique finds with select contemporary pieces.

Kunst- und Antikhändler Fabian Kahl gehört zur Stammbesetzung der Trödelshow »Bares für Rares«.

Don't miss the newest book from The Repair Shop, coming September 2025'Heartwarming, magical and uplifting'In today's throwaway culture, there's a counter movement growing that urges us to 'make do and mend'.

For at least 150 years, Thomas Chippendale has been synonymous with beautifully made eighteenth-century furniture in a variety of styles Rococo, Chinese, Gothic and Neoclassical.

For at least 150 years, Thomas Chippendale has been synonymous with beautifully made eighteenth-century furniture in a variety of styles Rococo, Chinese, Gothic and Neoclassical.

The 20th century was a rich period of beautiful, innovative design and many classics from that era have influenced and inspired modern designers.

This book comprises a concise yet detailed introduction on the furniture of the eighteenth-century, concentrating on the triumph of the Rococo style between 1750 and 1780.

Contained within this antique book is concise yet detailed discussion on the furniture of the Middle Ages, written by Roger De Felice.

This antique text contains an illustrated catalogue of furniture from the Queen Anne and early Georgian periods, and includes a wealth of interesting information, historical commentary, and detailed descriptions of the pieces comprised within.

This antique book contains a lovely collection of George Hepplewhite's finest work.

This text contains a detailed guide to painting, furniture finishing, and repairing, and includes a wealth of helpful information on tools, materials, and technique.

Canada's furniture history includes hitherto unrecognized work of international significance in modern design.

This vintage book contains a pictorial guide to the federal style of Hepplewhite, Shearer, and the early work of Sheraton.

This vintage book contains a catalogue of French provincial furniture and accessories, including lamps, clocks, faience, porcelain, garden fountains, sculptures, and other ornaments.

This vintage volume contains a classic study of Charleston furniture.

This vintage book contains a brief introduction to the styles of furniture popular during the Tudor and Elizabethan eras.

This text contains a comprehensive guide to fixing vintage furniture, with information on fixing perforated seats, repairing spoon back chairs, and much more besides.

This antique book contains a concise yet comprehensive guide to the restoration and maintenance of household furniture.

This book contains a concise yet comprehensive treatise on the furniture popular during the Tudor renaissance period - from 1509 to 1603.

This text contains a detailed introduction to French furniture, popular in the seventeenth and eighteenth centuries.

Contained within this antiquarian book is a detailed and concise look at the furniture of the illustrious cabinet-maker, Thomas Chippendale.

Chintz' was originally glazed calico textiles, initially specifically those imported from India, printed with designs featuring flowers and other patterns in different colours, typically on a light plain background.

Contained within this antique book is a fascinating analysis of Tudor Gothic Furniture.

Furniture repair is work of universal interest and importance, for it would be safe to say that there is scarcely a home to be found that has not some useful article in need of repair.

This text contains a concise and detailed guide to the art of French polishing.

Contained within this antique book is a comprehensive guide to finishing furniture, including information on spraying, and opaque and transparent finishes.

This book contains a treatise on French furniture from the renaissance to the Empire style.

This fascinating little book contains a treatise on furniture from around the world, all produced in the Renaissance and Baroque periods.

Contained within this antique book is a detailed catalogue of exquisite American antique sideboards and kitchen furniture, including sideboards from Hepplewhite, Sheraton, and in the Empire style.