The Life And Work Of Thomas Chippendale

The Life And Work Of Thomas Chippendale

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Condition: SECONDHAND

This is a secondhand book. The jacket image is a photograph of the exact copy we have in stock. This image shows the condition of this book. Further condition remarks are below.

Author: Christopher Gilbert
Binding: Hardback
Published: Studio Vista - Christie's - London, 1978

Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Wear and tear
Pages: Yellowed, price clipped
Markings: No markings

This comprehensive volume chronicles the extraordinary career of Thomas Chippendale, the celebrated 18th-century cabinetmaker whose innovative designs redefined English furniture. It uncovers the intricate details of his workshops, his business practices, and the societal context that shaped his artistic output. The text presents a meticulous examination of his iconic pattern books, particularly The Gentleman and Cabinet-Maker's Director, illustrating their profound impact on contemporary and subsequent design. Gilbert's authoritative scholarship illuminates Chippendale's enduring legacy, positioning him as a pivotal figure in the history of decorative arts.

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Description

Author: Christopher Gilbert
Binding: Hardback
Published: Studio Vista - Christie's - London, 1978

Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Wear and tear
Pages: Yellowed, price clipped
Markings: No markings

This comprehensive volume chronicles the extraordinary career of Thomas Chippendale, the celebrated 18th-century cabinetmaker whose innovative designs redefined English furniture. It uncovers the intricate details of his workshops, his business practices, and the societal context that shaped his artistic output. The text presents a meticulous examination of his iconic pattern books, particularly The Gentleman and Cabinet-Maker's Director, illustrating their profound impact on contemporary and subsequent design. Gilbert's authoritative scholarship illuminates Chippendale's enduring legacy, positioning him as a pivotal figure in the history of decorative arts.