The Overlook Treasury of Federal Antiques

Résumé du livre

Over 200 black-and-white illustrations. The Federal Period, spanning from 1770 to 1830, is generally thought to have been the time of America's finest design and craftsmanship. It was the last era of hand manufacture and no other period in American history has produced work of such high quality across a broad spectrum. In this study of important contributions in the area of furniture, ceramics, glass, pewter, silver and timepieces, George Michael selects and discusses representative work of the major designers and craftsmen. Appropriately illustrated with photographs taken in museums and private homes this collectors' book includes a price list of major pieces and explores in detail the work of artisans such as Hepplewhite, Sheraton, Phyfe, and Revere, as well as others who, while less well known, made distinctive contributions to this quintessential American age -- Boo jacket.