Thomas Chippendale 1718-1779: A Celebration of British Craftsmanship and Design

Synopsis

Thomas Chippendale, 1718-1779: A Celebration Of British Craftsmanship & Design' Launches A Nationwide Programme To Mark The Tercentenary In 2018 Of The Birth Of Thomas Chippendale Senior, Celebrating His Life As Furniture Maker, Designer And Entrepreneur. The Exhibition Will Show A Range Of His Work Including Key Pieces From The Royal Collection, Paxton House, Newby Hall, And Dumfries House.0'thomas Chippendale, 1718-1779: A Celebration Of British Craftsmanship & Design' Explores Chippendale?s Rise To Prominence, Reflecting On The Quality Of His Work, His Workshop And Techniques, His Relationship With His Clients And Their Commissions, And The Legacy Of The Chippendale Brand Up To The Present Day. Showing Objects From His Early Life, Alongside A First Edition Of The Director And Beautiful Hand-drawn Designs, It Features Some Of The Best Examples Of His Work, Many On Public Display For The First Time.00exhibition: Leeds City Museum, Uk (09.02. - 09.06.2018).