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Shaker Furniture: The Craftsmanship of an American Communal Sect

by Edward Deming Andrews, Faith Andrews

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48 sharp photos show side chairs, long benches, rocking chairs, chests, cupboards, much more. Exact measurements given for each piece to aid in identification, reconstruction, restoration. Also--highly readable commentary on sect's cultural background.

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Original publication date: 1937

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Genres: Nonfiction, Art & Design, History, General Nonfiction
DDC/MDS: 749.211 — Arts & recreation Drawing & decorative arts Furniture and accessories [formerly: Furniture Guides]
LCC: NK2405 .A7 — Fine Arts 3600-(9990) Other arts and art industries Decorative arts Furniture
BISAC: ANT ANTIQUES & COLLECTIBLES Furniture
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Languages: English
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ISBNs: 5
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Published: 1937
Genres: Nonfiction, Art & Design, History, General Nonfiction
DDC/MDS: 749.211
LCC: NK2405 .A7

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Edward Deming Andrews

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