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Antique Furniture Makers: Thomas Sheraton
History of AntiquesWho Was Thomas Sheraton?
In the world of antiques Thomas Sheraton (1751 – 1806) is considered one of the big three British furniture designers. However compared to how much is known about the life and work of the other two: Chippendale and Hepplewhite, his life is shrouded in mystery; and even a little mysticism.
Even his place of birth is a
Antique Furniture Makers: Thomas Chippendale
Antiques GuidesThomas Chippendale Senior was born in Otley, West Yorkshire, in 1718. The son of a carpenter, he was apprenticed into the family trade. At that time in the North of England, much of the finer hand crafted furniture would have been made of Oak.
Although charming, this didn't easily allow for the sophistication of detail that Chippendale is known and
Antique Card & Games Tables, Past & Present
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Boards for playing games such backgammon and chequers have been used since Tudor times. However, bar a few exceptions, it was only after the restoration of English monarchy in 1660, under Charles II, that tables were made specifically for games. Most card tables were rectangular, with a flap that opened up to reveal a playing surface. On
