The Art of the Painted Finish for Furniture & Decoration

The Art of the Painted Finish for Furniture & Decoration is a comprehensive resource reviving the sophisticated techniques of antiquing, lacquering, gilding, and decorative surface treatments. Featuring 38 color plates showcasing 80 lifestyle applications and 100 instructional drawings, this generously illustrated volume bridges historical practice with contemporary materials and methods. The book demonstrates how painted finishes enhance furniture, decorative objects, and architectural surfaces, making it equally valuable as a reference guide, studio manual, and inspirational art book. Essential for architects, interior designers, decorators, artists, and furniture makers, it also serves collectors and enthusiasts seeking to understand and execute traditional finishing techniques using modern tools. Whether restoring period pieces or creating original decorated surfaces, this indispensable guide provides the technical knowledge and visual inspiration needed to master the craft.