This antique text contains a detailed treatise on old English furniture written with the small collector in mind, including information on its types, history and surroundings from medieval to Victorian times. A wonderful text filled with intricate descriptions, fascinating information and detailed photographs, this text is sure to appeal to those with an interest in antique furniture and will be of great value to the discerning collector. The chapters of this book include: 'Seventeenth Century Furniture', 'Queen Anne and Early Georgian Furniture', 'The Chippendale School', 'The Hepplewhite School', 'Sheraton and the Late Eighteenth Century Designers', and 'Early Victorian Furnishings'. We are proud to republish this antiquarian book now complete with a new introduction on the history of furniture.