Collected from the pages of Fine Woodworking, the examples in this book show the work of some of the most talented modern practitioners of period furniture making. This book is an essential reference for anyone who appreciates classic period furniture: Style & Design: introducing the historical background to the century's styles: Colonial furniture, Queen Anne, Brass Hardware, Chippendale, Mahogany. Projects & techniques: including complete instructions for 10 projects from a Sheraton bed to a Cherry wood highboy that you can make yourself. Inspiration: an in-depth look at 13 items of finely crafted reproductions of 18th century furniture inspired by the classical tradition, from Chippendale dining chairs to a Sheraton armchair. * Woodworkers and furniture makers turn time and time again to the 18th century for inspiration - it was the golden age of classical furniture design and it never goes out of fashion. * In beautiful full colour throughout, with over 260 colour photos & drawings.