This fascinating book contains a detailed treatise on the broad topic of Furniture, written by Esther Singleton and originally published in 1911. Complete with a plethora of wonderful photographs and interesting information on subjects such as history, evolution, materials, manufacture, etc., this text constitutes the definitive book on the subject and is not to be missed by furniture enthusiasts or collectors of such literature. The chapters of this book include: Styles and Schools; The Chest, Armoire, Dressoir, Court-Cupboard, Sideboard, Buffet, cabinet, Commode Bureau, Desk; The Bed; Seats; The Table; and Mirrors, Screens, Clocks. This text has been chosen for modern republication due to its immense educational value, and we are proud to republish it now complete with a new introduction on the history of furniture.