N. Hudson Moore

An American writer active in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, N. Hudson Moore wrote nonfiction books that helped popular readers appreciate furniture, pewter, brass, copper, Sheffield plate, lace, and Wedgwood. She is especially associated with The Old Furniture Book and other works that turned collecting and decorative arts into readable, approachable subjects.

Her writing has a clear enthusiasm for the craftsmanship and everyday history behind objects, making her books useful not only for collectors but also for readers interested in how earlier generations lived. She also wrote for younger audiences, showing a range that went beyond antiques and household history.

Today, Moore is remembered for bringing warmth and personality to subjects that might otherwise have seemed purely technical. Her books offer a window into the tastes, homes, and material culture of another era.