4 Vol Antique Reference Book Set, British Furniture, English, Macquoid, Edwardian

This is an antique 4 volume book set - A History of British Furniture by Percy Macquoid. An English, bound antiques reference guide, dating to the Edwardian period, circa 1908. Authored by Percy Macquoid (1852 - 1925), a British illustrator, magazine contributor and stage designer, his subdivision of furniture into the individual timbers has become a standard other titles follow. The four volumes are: The Age of Satinwood (260 pages); The Age of Oak (243); The Age of Walnut (247); and The Age of Mahogany (271 pages). Comprehensive study of British furniture, published across four volumes between 1904 and 1908 displaying a desirable aged patina, each intact with minor age commensurate with gentle use. Each dressed in light burgundy cloth on board, with gilt titling. Illustrated title pages, finished with red and black ink. The four volumes occupy over 1,000 pages with written captions throughout. Superb monochrome and colour illustrations present a visual history of furniture. This is a fascinating antique 4 volume set of A History of British Furniture, with excellent illustrative detail and a fine reference for collectors and curators alike. Delivered ready to enjoy. We offer a 100% satisfaction guarantee with all of our antiques. Please contact us if you require any further information - we are here to help. Our Ref: 24725