This fascinating little book contains a treatise on furniture from around the world, all produced in the Renaissance and Baroque periods. Complete with detailed illustrations and comprehensive information on aspects such as history, manufacturing, and popularity, this book constitutes a veritable must-read for anyone with an interest in the history of furniture and makes for a great addition to collections of such literature. This text has been chosen for modern republication due to its timeless educational value, and we are proud to republish it now complete with a new introduction on the history of furniture.