Excellent work by noted authority examines in depth the unique quality of Shaker craftsmanship. Fascinating discussions of sect’s origins, their communal villages, deeply religious faith and other aspects of Shaker life accompany 83 photographs revealing the quiet refinement and functional perfection of Shaker chairs, rockers, candle holders, dining tables, chests, storage cabinets, wash stands and sinks, desks, and many other fine examples of the sect’s handiwork.
