Welcome to the Furniture History Society website.
The Furniture History Society was founded in 1996 to promote the appreciation
and understanding of Australian and international
furniture and to assist in
its preservation and documentation.
Members of the Society have the opportunity to discuss all aspects
of furniture with other collectors, curators and the antiques trade
through
its regular newsletter, specialist talks, seminars, panel
discussions and
visits to private and public collections.
As an important part of our heritage, furniture provides a vital record
of social
change and a fascinating field for study and research.
The Society's areas of
interest and study include:
- Characteristics of
timbers
- Construction techniques
and materials
- Identification of
fakes and reproductions
- Australian furniture
makers and designers
- 'High' style and regionally
produced furniture
- Relationship between
architecture and furniture
- Furniture restoration
and conservation
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