Identifying Authentic Australian Colonial Furniture
Learn the key characteristics that distinguish genuine Australian colonial furniture from reproductions. This comprehensive guide covers construction techniques, wood types, and historical context essential for accurate identification.
Australian colonial furniture represents a unique fusion of European craftsmanship adapted to local materials and conditions. The period from 1788 to 1850 saw the development of distinctive styles that reflected both the skills of transported convict craftsmen and the availability of native timbers...