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Featured Title:

"Hints on Household Taste"

 

by

Charles L. Eastlake

 

 

 

ISBN#0486250466

$12.95

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Preface

Introduction

 

Chapter One

Street Architecture

    

Chapter Two

The Entrance Hall

 

Chapter Three

The Dining-Room

 

Chapter Four

The Floor and the Wall

 

Chapter Five

The Library

 

Chapter Six

The Drawing-Room

 

 

Chapter Seven

Wall-Furniture

 

Chapter Eight

The Bed-Room

 

Chapter Nine

Crockery

 

Chapter Ten

Table Glass

 

Chapter Eleven

Dress and Jewellery

 

Chapter Twelve

Plate and Cutlery

    

Index

 

SYNOPSIS: This is a reproduction of a volume first printed in 1868. In its time, this book told contemporaries what was proper, beautiful and efficient, influencing many.  This book covers almost all aspects of domestic living, from rugs and floor coverings to beds to color combinations and fabrics. Not only is it a good research book for your writing, it is a valuable source for anyone who collects antiques.  It is generously illustrated, helping you visualize that perfect setting.

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