The Cabinetmaker in Eighteenth-Century Williamsburg Giving Attention to the City's Chief Craftsmen in the Furniture Way; And to Their Tools & Methods of Working

"The Cabinetmaker in Eighteenth-Century Williamsburg" by Johannes Heuvel is a historical exploration of the fine art of furniture creation in colonial Williamsburg. It pays close attention to the gifted cabinetmakers who greatly enhanced this art form. Highlighting the 18th-century period, the book describes the tools, techniques, styles, and materials employed by these master craftsmen. The book profiles important cabinetmakers of Williamsburg, including Peter Scott, Anthony Hay, and Edmund Dickinson, noting their individual skills, styles, and typical furniture pieces. In creating a vivid image of colonial existence, Heuvel also addresses the fusion of American and English inspirations in the era's furniture. He does so by drawing from archaeological discoveries, ancient writings, and detailed craftsmanship studies to show how these artisans significantly molded the aesthetic and practical aspects of early American homes.