Over 340detailed drawings, complete text for 38 American masterpieces: Hepplewhite sideboard, Duncan Phyfe drop-leaf table, more. 38 plates, 54 photographs."

This publication documents The Metropolitan Museum of Art's collection of early colonial furniture and presents a broad spectrum of furniture forms made in America during the 17th and early 18th centuries, including chairs and other seating, tables, boxes, various types of chests and cupboards, dressing tables, and desks. The volume also includes prime examples of the different modes of ornamentation in fashion during that period. Over 140 objects are thoroughly described, with detailed information given on each one's construction, condition, dimensions, materials, and inscriptions and other marks, as well as provenance and exhibition history. Every object is explained in terms of the styles and craftsmanship of the period and evaluated in light of comparative pieces in public and private collections throughout the country. Also included is one appendix containing photographic details of construction and decorative elements, and another with line drawings explaining furniture terms and showing various types of joints and moldings. This is the first volume in a series of two that is dedicated to American furniture in the Museum. -- Metropolitan Museum of Art website.

The most complete visual guide to furniture construction ever published! Includes hundreds of clearly-labeled drawings and exploded diagrams that explain everything there is to know about joints, subassemblies and furniture design.

Easy-to-follow instructions and measured drawings for creating 25 charming little wind-driven toys — from the simple Baking a Pie whirligig to the Woman at the Computer to various weathervanes. For all levels of ability.

Expert, illustrated hands-on guide enables even beginners to make 24 authentic pieces: butter churn table, pedestal table, apothecary chest, deacons' bench, dry sink, hutch, more. Exploded drawings help visualize construction. Detailed instructions plus advice on wood, gluing and clamping, finishing, hardware, more. 74 black-and-white illustrations.

Superb guide to every aspect of the craft combines practical instruction with more than 1,000 photos and diagrams. Projects range from simple — boxes, chests, chairs — to complex — tables, cabinets, beds.

Presents sound, time-tested principles for wood frame house construction, complete with expert advice on selecting suitable building materials. Technical notes, an annotated list of suggestions for additional reading, and a glossary round out the book.