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LONDON FINE ANTIQUES

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Our Stock # 24617


This is a vintage 4 volume book set - A History of British Furniture by Percy Macquoid. An English, bound antiques reference guide, dating to the early 20th century, circa 1925.


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 (259 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 1925 and 1928

  • 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 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.


Sample Dimensions:
Max Width: 29.5cm (11.5'')
Max Depth: 3cm (1.25'')
Max Height: 37.5cm (14.75'')


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Our Ref: 24617

  • Period: c.1925
    • Price: £295.00
    • €351 Euro
    • $360 US Dollar
  • Location: Devon
    • Dimensions: H: 37.5cm (14.76in)
    • W: 29.5cm (11.61in)
    • D: 3cm (1.18in)