Hardback,no edition stated, in fine, almost like new condition. From the personal library of a retired furniture sample builder. Profusely illustrated throughout 229 pages with many colored (but mostly black and white) pictures and drawings. Decorative colored endpapers. Biedermeier Furniture with Values - a Schiffer Book for collectors.

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Bibliographic Details

Title: Biedermeier Furniture With Values
Publisher: Schiffer Pub Ltd, Atglen, Pennsylvania, U.S.A.
Publication Date: 1996
Language: English
ISBN 10: 0764301551
ISBN 13: 9780764301551
Binding: Hardcover
Condition: Fine
Dust Jacket Condition: No Jacket

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Synopsis

A visual reference documenting nineteenth-century Biedermeier furniture through over 500 illustrated examples and practical guidance for collectors.

Biedermeier Furniture presents a comprehensive survey of the elegant laminated furniture style that flourished across nineteenth-century Europe. Organized for clarity and ease of use, the book showcases seating, case pieces, and distinctive decorative forms, illustrating each with detailed color photographs and concise descriptive notes. Value ranges support informed collecting, while restoration considerations provide guidance for both preservation and practical care.

Drawing on authoritative research and long-standing expertise in historical furniture, this volume equips readers to recognize stylistic characteristics, understand construction details, and navigate the Biedermeier market with confidence. A complete glossary explains essential terminology, helping collectors, historians, and design enthusiasts develop an accurate and contextual understanding of the period.

Key Features:
— Over 500 illustrated examples documenting major Biedermeier furniture types
— Value ranges included to assist collectors and buyers
— Practical restoration guidance tailored to nineteenth-century construction
— Concise descriptions of seating, case furniture, and decorative forms
— Comprehensive glossary covering Biedermeier terminology

This resource serves collectors, decorators, and enthusiasts seeking an authoritative visual and practical introduction to Biedermeier furniture.

About the Author

Rudolf Pressler, Stefan D�bner, and Wolfgang Eller are experts in this specialized field of furniture history.

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