Furniture
World Styles From Classical to Contemporary
Published on 1. November 2010
Book
Hardback
560 pages
978-1-4053-5800-2 (ISBN)
Description
From primitive pieces to elegant modernity, the definitive guide to 3,000 years of furniture design
A glorious encyclopedia from expert Judith Miller, a regular guest on the BBC's Antiques Roadshow, showcasing more than 3,000 years of design. From primitive pieces to elegant modernity, this definitive guide illustrates every style and form. Packed with tips on how to recognise the key elements of each period and featuring lavish, full-colour photographs throughout.
With a special foreword by furniture designer and manufacturer David Linley.
A glorious encyclopedia from expert Judith Miller, a regular guest on the BBC's Antiques Roadshow, showcasing more than 3,000 years of design. From primitive pieces to elegant modernity, this definitive guide illustrates every style and form. Packed with tips on how to recognise the key elements of each period and featuring lavish, full-colour photographs throughout.
With a special foreword by furniture designer and manufacturer David Linley.
Reviews / Votes
Judith is the ideal expert to guide both amateur and experienced collectors * Homes and Interiors *More details
Series
Language
English
Place of publication
London
United Kingdom
Publishing group
Dorling Kindersley Ltd
Dimensions
Height: 265 mm
Width: 225 mm
Thickness: 43 mm
Weight
2258 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-4053-5800-2 (9781405358002)
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Persons
Judith Miller's expert knowledge and advice is regularly featured in newspapers and magazines, including the London Evening Standard and BBC Homes & Antiques. Her television work includes The House Detectives, The Antiques Trail, It's Your Bid and is a regular expert on BBC's The Antiques Roadshow. Judith Miller lives in North London.