Furniture of the Olden Time by Frances Clary Morse | 1926 Illustrated Decorative Arts Reference - Macmillan

A richly illustrated study of early American furniture, Furniture of the Olden Time by Furniture of the Olden Time, author Frances Clary Morse remains a cornerstone reference for collectors, decorators, and historians of period furnishings.

This substantial volume surveys chests, desks, cupboards, sideboards, chairs, beds, clocks, musical instruments, and domestic interiors from the 17th through early 19th centuries, with 428 of detailed illustrations drawn from museum and private collections. Morse’s scholarship combines technical detail with historical context, making this work both visually engaging and academically respected.

Published by The Macmillan Company in 1926 as the expanded edition with additional chapters and illustrations, this copy is well-preserved overall, with a tight binding and clean interior—an excellent working reference or display piece for those interested in antique furniture, decorative arts, or historic interiors.

Cloth binding tight; spine shows a small faded area; pages are clean and bright throughout. 468pp.

Size: 6” x 8”