L'essence Du Bois Manuel D'identification Macroscopique Des Bois Du Mobilier Français Xvie-Xxe Siècle
Auteur(s) : Patrick George, Emmanuel Maurin, Marie-Christine Trouy
New edition
Wood identification is an indispensable step to furniture authentication. Sample collection for microscope identification not always being possible, having objective criteria for macroscopic identification of heritage furniture wood. This knowledge was until today not written or very partially.
In this book are featured macroscopic characteristics of each type of wood but also the history of its use or trade. 75 wood essences are described then studied "in condition" through more than 60 iconic pieces of furniture kept in great public collections (Louvre, Musée des Arts décoratifs in Paris, Musée des Arts décoratifs et du Design in Bordeaux, Musée Dauphinois, Musée de l'Ecole de Nancy, etc.).
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