"Little Books About Old Furniture. Volume II. The Period of Queen Anne" by J. P. Blake is a journey into the world of early 20th-century historical writing, where readers explore the unique style and features of furniture from the Queen Anne era. It looks at how furniture design and materials changed from the time of William and Mary to George I. The book not only introduces readers to the study of old English furniture but also acts as a helpful guide for collectors, no matter their budget. The starting pages give a broad look at the Queen Anne period and its role in the larger story of English furniture. The book points out the shift from Jacobean designs to styles influenced by the Dutch, focusing on the common use of walnut wood during this time. Famous people like architects Sir Christopher Wren and sculptor Grinling Gibbons are mentioned, showing how they shaped the look of the time, while emphasizing the increasing appeal of decorative items, mainly because of new materials and craftsmanship, paving the way for a deeper examination of specific furniture designs and examples.
Little Books About Old Furniture. Volume II. The Period of Queen Anne
By J. P. (John Percy) Blake
Uncover the secrets of a bygone era where walnut wood and Dutch influences transformed English furniture design.
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About the AuthorJohn Percy Blake was a British local politician and sportsman. He competed for the United Kingdom at fencing at the 1908, 1912 and 1920 Summer Olympics. He was also a keen player of water polo and an amateur boxer. In 1911, he won the épée title at the British Fencing Championships.
John Percy Blake was a British local politician and sportsman. He competed for the United Kingdom at fencing at the 1908, 1912 and 1920 Summer Olympics. He was also a keen player of water polo and an amateur boxer. In 1911, he won the épée title at the British Fencing Championships.
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