The Shakers produced many incredible furniture objects that we continue to venerate today. For the woodworker the fascination is often rooted in the essential simplicity of the work. Interest in Shaker design is as strong today as it was when the first edition of this book was published in 1977, possibly stronger. This ongoing interest is the direct result of the inherent beauty of Shaker design—beauty that stems not only from form, but from superb workmanship, a commitment to utility and a total understanding of material.

Over 250 photographs and measured drawings for over 80 classic Shaker designs: cradle, dry sink, trestle table, lap desk, rocking chair, many more. 262 halftones. 140 black-and-white line illustrations.

Clean, unadorned, beautiful design meant to last forever - born of a commitment to functionalism, Shaker furniture has a purity of line, integrity of construction, and respect for wood that has made it one of the world's most cherished styles. These more than 50 projects, which range from mirrors and trestle tables to settees and low-post beds, descend from that tradition, yet boldly reinterpret it for a new age. With over 350 photos and measured drawings, this detailed manual -a labor of love by a renowned cabinetmaker-guides you in detail through the creative process, materials, tools (both hand and power), and building procedures.

This book documents Shaker furniture from communities in New England, Ohio, and Kentucky throughout the nineteenth and early twentieth centuries. Free-standing tables, chairs, desks, boxes, and case clocks and built-in cupboards and cases of drawers are included. The text provides a detailed account of Shaker history, culture, and religion. Further, it examines Shaker design and tools, reporting new research on the Shaker color palette.

Carefully detailed, time-tested guides to building Shaker furniture and woodenware.

A comprehensive, amply illustrated guide illustrates the simple, functional furniture style developed during the Shaker movement--a successful experiment in communitarian living--and traces its evolution from the Colonial styles of New York and New England