1908's 4vol Antique Reference Book Set

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This is an antique 4 volume book set - A History of British Furniture by Percy Macquoid. An English, bound … Read more This is an antique 4 volume book set - A History of British Furniture by Percy Macquoid. An English, bound antiques reference guide, dating to the Edwardian period, circa 1908.

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 (260 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 1904 and 1908
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 antique 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'') See less