Cape Antique Furniture

Periods, dating techniques, woods and architectural, historical, style and construction analyses of existing pieces of Cape Antique Furniture.
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Title: Cape Antique Furniture
Authors: Michael Baraitser; Anton Obholzer
Publisher: Struik
Cape Town, South Africa 2004
ISBN 9781868729395 / ISBN 978-1-86872-939-5
Hardcover, dustjacket, 21 x 30 cm, 432 pages, countless colour and b/w photos

Description:

Cape Antique Furniture is a reference work without comparison in its coverage of this subject. The authors have presented a comprehensive overview of existing pieces, subdividing each section into style and construction, followed by an analysis of the differences between town and country furniture. Advice is given on authenticity and how to recognise evidence of repair work. Accompanied by more than 2000 photographs (including a full-colour section), the detailed text places the pieces within their architectural and historical contexts. Background information on the periods of Cape furniture, dating techniques and woods is included. Furniture categories covered are chairs (20 different styles), tables (seven styles), cupboards and armoires, desks, linen presses, cabinets, gueridons, beds, cradles and cots, chests, chests of drawers and washstands. There are also chapters on kitchen utensils and foot warmers. Dr Michael Baraitser and Dr Anton Obholzer are acknowledged authorities in the field of Cape antique furniture.