Side chair (one of a pair) ca. 1755–60 British The unknown maker of this chair has playfully combined different design ideas by Thomas Chippendale. The back is derived from Chippendale’s so-called "ribband back chairs" while the fretwork legs are based on his plates for "Chinese chairs." These designs were published in Chippendale’s The Gentleman and Cabinet-maker’s Director which appeared in three editions between 1754 and Side chair (one of a pair). British. ca. 1755–60. Mahogany; tent stitch embroidery on canvas. Woodwork-Furniture

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