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Furnishing the Home of Good Taste: A Brief Sketch of the Period Styles in Interior Decoration with Suggestions as to Their Employment in the Homes of Today

Lucy Abbot Throop

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Furnishing the Home of Good Taste: A Brief Sketch of the Period Styles in Interior Decoration with Suggestions as to Their Employment in the Homes of Today

Lucy Abbot Throop

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Furnishing the Home of Good Taste, written by Lucy Abbot Throop in the early 20th century, is a treatise on interior decoration that explores the historical evolution of furniture styles. Throop provides insights and practical suggestions for incorporating these period styles into modern homes, emphasizing the interplay between architecture and decoration. The book serves as a foundational guide for novice home-makers, highlighting the importance of understanding historical influences to make informed furnishing choices and avoid poorly designed pieces.

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