First published in 1927, this definitive study of early American ironwork has stood the test of time and remains an essential resource for historians and collectors alike. Renowned furniture expert Wallace Nutting provides an in-depth look at the most important examples of colonial ironwork, including gates, grilles, and fireplace accessories. The book features over 200 high-quality black and white photographs, making it a valuable visual reference for anyone interested in this fascinating aspect of American material culture.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.