•Machine Era Furniture 1840 - 1930
–Use of screws, early blunt head later pointed
–Stamped steel & brass hardware
–Stains oil stain or no stain
–Hand or Spray Finish shifting to varnish later
lacquer
–Thicker oil based paints.
–Use of glue more common, introduction of artificial glues.
–Often Plywood backing.
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