The Cabinet Dictionary
Thomas Sheraton

The cabinet dictionary (2 volumes): containing an Explanation of All the Terms Used in the Cabinet, Chair and Upholstery Branches : with Directions for Varnish-making, Polishing, and Gilding : to which is Added a Supplementary Treatise on Geometrical Lines, Perspective, and Painting in General.

Thomas Sheraton was one of the most prominent English furniture makers of the period.

Books are provided with a great variety of illustrations, many of which can be folded out.

Reprint from 1970 of the original books from 1803.