Canopic Chest – Unveiling Ancient Egyptian Burial Practices
In Egypt’s belief system it was thought important to preserve organs for the deceased’s journey, to the afterlife. Central, to […]
Furniture
Curule Chair Design – A Historical How-To for Modern Makers
The history of the curule chair can be traced back, to Rome in the 6th century B.C., when it was known as the sella curulis. A seat that symbolized authority and power, among magistrates after the Romans adopted it from the Etruscans.
Fauteuil Armchair – An Inclusive Guide to Styles and History
The fauteuil armchair is considered a symbol of furniture artistry and has been a fixture, in Versailles since the 1600s.
Exploring the History and Styles of French Console Tables
The French console tables origins can be traced back, to 17th century France when it first appeared as a piece of furniture design.
Antique Credenza Cabinets – Find Your Perfect Vintage Piece
Antique Credenza cabinets have a history that dates back, to Italy, where the term “credenza” originated from the Italian word for “belief.”
Rococo Commode – Dive into 18th-Century French Furniture
The commodes origins can be linked back, to the 1600s when André Charles Boulle was one of the artisans to craft these items of furniture artistry. The
Banjo Clock – A Guide to Identification and Appraisal
America’s inaugural thriving wall clock was symbolized by the banjo clock which brought in innovative elements into play.
Japanese Tansu – A Historical Overview of Antique Furniture
The history of Japanese Tansu furniture dates back, to different eras in the past. We originated in the Edo period and evolved further in the Meiji era.
Duncan Phyfe Table – Historical Significance and Modern Uses
Duncan Phyfe tables are known furniture pieces that have remained popular over the years. Crafted by the cabinetmaker Duncan Phyfe in the 1800s
The Timeless Appeal of the Hoosier Cabinet
During the period from 1898 to 1920, which is known as the clear finish era, White Oak was predominantly used for the exterior of Hoosier cabinets manufactured by Coppes Napanee. If you are restoring a painted cabinet, it’s important to determine the original wood type and decide whether to maintain the paint or apply a clear finish.