ASIN: B00JRZ87XQ
Publisher: Charles Randal
Pages: 30
The collectors history of English antique furniture.The changing fashion of English furniture was governed in general by the materials available to actually make it, and the publics demand for change. If you visit antique shops or auction rooms today, many of the surviving antiques found there will be furniture.English furniture in particular has gained a reputation for durability and fine craftsmanship. The value that is put on such pieces has accrued over many years, and will continue to do so.The earliest types of furniture were simple in construction, with practicality being the number one concern. However as furniture became more skilfully crafted and decorated it began to be regarded as an early status symbol.This led to wealthy home owners being able to display their status by the grandness of their furnishings.Antique English furniture is usually collected because of its age ...
