 This video tells the story of how Colonial Williamsburg s curators, conservators, archaeologists, and historic tradespeople pooled their expertise to reveal the merits of early Southern furniture and the technical skills of its creators. You will learn how Colonial Williamsburg;s experts traced these objects back to specific sites and sometimes even to individual artisans. You will discover how the use of 18th century techniques gives Colonial Williamsburg s cabinetmakers a special insight into the work of their predecessors. You will come away with a new appreciation for the art and artisans of southern furniture.