| Furniture is the mass noun for the
movable objects which may support the human body (seating furniture and
beds), provide storage, or hold objects on horizontal surfaces above the
ground. Storage furniture (which often makes use of doors, drawers, and
shelves) is used to hold or contain smaller objects such as clothes, tools,
books, and household goods.
Furniture can be a product of artistic
design and is considered a form of decorative art. In addition to furniture's
functional role, it can serve a symbolic or religious purpose. Domestic
furniture works to create, in conjunction with furnishings such as clocks
and lighting, comfortable and convenient interior spaces. Furniture can
be made from many materials, including metal, plastic, and wood. Furniture
can be made using a variety of woodworking joints which often reflect the
local culture. |
