10 FEBRUARY 1923, Page 14

THE PRACTICAL BOOK OF FURNISHING THE SMALL HOUSE AND APARTMENT.

By E. S. Holloway. (Lippincott. 30s.)

Though English work is generously illustrated and described by Mr. Holloway, the evidence of this book inclines us to acknowledge America as our superior in the matter of modern furniture. We are introduced to the well-designed products of Buffalo, Minneapolis and Grand Rapids factories suggested by simple Empire and even Early Victorian models that have so far had a regrettably small influence on our own present-day furniture. The Periods," usually so reverently paraded in American books, are here handled in a thoroughly liberal spirit that is most refreshing. Wall decoration is considered at some length, the author's arguments being well illustrated by coloured plates.