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silk figured fabric used for draperies and upholstered furniture.
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Named for the ancient city of Damascus, where elaborate floral designs were woven in silk. Flatter than brocade and reversible, though the pattern changes color on the reverse side.
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decorative moldings, consisting of blocks and spaces, and resembling teeth (hence, the name), appearing at the top of furniture.
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flat woven wool, or cotton, rug with stylized East Indian motifs.
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A wedge-shaped tenon that fits into a corresponding cut-out space to form an interlocking joint.
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Headless pin usually made of wood, used in the construction of furniture.
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A wooden peg that fits into a corresponding hole to reinforce a joint.
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feathers used to fill cushions of upholstery, which trap air to provide comfort.
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Soft, fluffy feathers. Used by itself, down creates a luxurious, soft seat cushion. Down-covered foam is less expensive and offers more support.
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Made to store the trousseau of a prospective bride. An American example is the Lane Company cedar chest. |
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A species of a sideboard. Also for the service of food or the storage of dishes. The term used today indicates a chest for the storage of cosmetics or clothing.
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Table built with hinged extension leaves which lower when not in use.
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A dining room stand with normally three circular trays increasing in size toward the bottom. Also, a pulley type elevator that brought food up from the basement kitchen to the first floor dining room.
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Horizontal panel placed between drawers to keep dust out of the drawers.
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