Vintage 4 Book Set, History Of British Furniture, English, Reference, Macquoid

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This is a vintage 4 volume book set - A History of British Furniture by Percy Macquoid. An English, bound antiques reference guide, dating to the early 20th century, circa 1925.

Authored by Percy Macquoid (1852 - 1925), a British illustrator, magazine contributor and stage designer, his subdivision of furniture into the individual timbers has become a standard other titles follow. The four volumes are: The Age of Satinwood (259 pages); The Age of Oak (243); The Age of Walnut (247); and The Age of Mahogany (271 pages).

• Comprehensive study of British furniture, published across four volumes between 1925 and 1928
• Displaying a desirable aged patina, each intact with minor age commensurate with gentle use
• Each dressed in light burgundy cloth on board, with gilt titling
• Illustrated title pages, finished with red and black ink
• The four volumes occupy over 1,000 pages with written captions throughout
• Superb monochrome and colour illustrations present a visual history of furniture

This is a fascinating 4 volume set of A History of British Furniture, with excellent illustrative detail and a fine reference for collectors and curators alike. Delivered ready to enjoy.

Sample Dimensions:
Max Width: 29.5cm (11.5'')
Max Depth: 3cm (1.25'')
Max Height: 37.5cm (14.75'')