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Thomas Chippendale (1718-1779) was an English furniture designer and cabinetmaker who is best known for his eponymous style of furniture. The Chippendale style was characterized by its use of intricate carvings, elegant proportions, and a wide range of decorative motifs, including Rococo, Gothic, and Chinese influences. Chippendale published his designs in "The Gentleman and Cabinet-Maker's Director" which became an important reference work for furniture makers throughout the 18th century. His work is still highly sought-after today for its quality and beauty.
Born
1718
Died
1779
Armchair
Thomas Chippendale
1772
Armchair
Thomas Chippendale
1768
Side chair (one of a set of fourteen)
Thomas Chippendale
1772
Desk (bonheur du jour)
Thomas Chippendale
1775
Two French Chairs, in Chippendale Drawings, Vol. I
Thomas Chippendale
1762
The Gentleman and Cabinet-Maker's Director
Thomas Chippendale
1762
French Commode, from Chippendale Drawings, Vol. II
Thomas Chippendale
1762
Hall Chairs, in Chippendale Drawings, Vol. I
Thomas Chippendale
1762
Clock Cases, in Chippendale Drawings, Vol. I
Thomas Chippendale
1761
Gothick [Gothic] Chairs, in Chippendale Drawings, Vol. I
Thomas Chippendale
1761
A Lady's Dressing Table, from Chippendale Drawings, Vol...
Thomas Chippendale
1761
Chair, in Chippendale Drawings, Vol. I
Thomas Chippendale
1761
Gothic Bookcase, from Chippendale Drawings, Vol. II
Thomas Chippendale
1761
Two Couches, in Chippendale Drawings, Vol. I
Thomas Chippendale
1761
A Design for a State Bed, in Chippendale Drawings, Vol. I
Thomas Chippendale
1761