The renowned authors of Period Details explore the glories of Victorian interiors in a lavishly designed and illustrated volume. The Millers show how to recognize and adapt authentic period pieces to contemporary interiors, present a room-by-room survey, and include a source guide. 300 full-color photos.
Judith Henderson Miller began collecting in the 1960s while a student at Edinburgh University in Scotland. She had since extended and reinforced her knowledge through international research, becoming one of the world’s leading experts in the field. In 1979 she co-founded the best-selling Miller’s Antiques Price Guide and has since written more than 100 books, covering antiques, collectibles, architecture and interior design.
Judith was an expert on the BBC’s Antiques Roadshow, and had also appeared on The Martha Stewart Show and CNN. She was a regular contributor to newspapers and magazines, including Financial Times, The Telegraph, BBC Homes & Antiques and House & Garden. She lectured extensively, including at the Victoria & Albert Museum in London and the Smithsonian in Washington. She died in April 2023
The pictures were beautiful and there was some good history and advice. However, I found my mind wandering while reading so how the materials were presented was not always engaging.