II History of FURNITURE in Europe:: from Renaissance to Baroque (History of Furniture and Interior Design in Europe) Paperback – Large Print, January 22, 2026

This volume explores European furniture during the Renaissance and Baroque periods as a central discipline of decorative arts and European art history. Furniture is analyzed not as isolated objects, but as cultural, architectural, and symbolic elements shaping interior space across Europe.In the first volume, we explore the evolution of furniture from its earliest manifestations in ancient civilisations to the ornamental richness of the Gothic period in the late Middle Ages. Throughout this journey, each piece and each style reflected the spiritual, social and aesthetic values of its time, leaving a tangible mark of history on European furniture.This second volume takes us into a new chapter of transformation: the Renaissance and the Baroque. With the advent of Humanism and the revival of classical art, European furniture begins to embrace harmonious proportions, meticulous detailing and new materials that elevate functionality to the status of art.As we move into the Baroque, we encounter an even more elaborate and decorative style, defining and embellishing palaces, churches and noble homes, giving furniture a central role in the expression of power and beauty.This volume delves into the styles and techniques developed during the Renaissance and Baroque periods, from Italian cabinetmakers to decorators of the French court, revealing the ornamental details and the art of decoration that define each era. Furniture from this time marks a shift toward greater sophistication and functionality, reflecting a rich cultural heritage showcased in every chapter.Each chapter in this volume is designed to connect history and technique, inviting you to immerse yourself in the details of an era of artistic splendour and to learn how European furniture flourished and reinvented itself with the Renaissance and Baroque. Read more