Antique Furniture

Antique Furniture by Fred W. Burgess is an illustrated reference for collectors and home connoisseurs. With 126 illustrations, it surveys household furniture from early domestic objects to pieces created for special needs.

This digital edition is a PDF download and provides instant access to the entire 585-page text, including the original 1915 title pages. No physical copy will be shipped.

Book Overview

Antique Furniture was published in 1915 by G. P. Putnam’s Sons in New York. The author, Fred W. Burgess, wrote earlier works on old copper and brass, household curios, and old coins. In this volume, he aimed to provide a handy book of reference about furniture likely to come under the attention of the home connoisseur.

What You’ll Discover Inside

• A concise reference for understanding old furniture.
• Profiles of household forms and their evolution from early domestic use.
• 126 illustrations accompanying the text.
• Guidance aimed at the home connoisseur and collectors of inherited pieces.
• A broad perspective on furniture of all ages and peoples.

Why This Book Matters

Antique Furniture appeared at a time of growing interest in the home surroundings of past generations. By consolidating key information in one volume, Burgess created a practical handbook for collectors and for those who inherited old furniture without records. It remains a document of early twentieth-century collecting interest and furniture history.

Book Details

Device Compatibility

This is a digital download and no physical product will be shipped. After your purchase, access is available immediately. The PDF can be opened on desktop computers, tablets, phones, and reading apps that support PDF files, including appropriate Kindle apps. Please use a device or app equipped for PDF viewing.

FAQ

Is access immediate after purchase? Yes, this is a digital download and access is available after purchase.

Will a physical copy be shipped? No. This listing is for a digital PDF download only.

Can I read it on a tablet or phone? Yes, the PDF works with desktop, tablet, and mobile reading apps that support PDF.

Explore the detailed references and illustrations in Antique Furniture and add this early guide to your digital collection.