Thomas Chippendale
/ˌtɒməs ˈtʃɪpəndeɪl/
/ˌtɑːməs ˈtʃɪpəndeɪl/
- (1718-79) an English designer of strong but elegant furniture, often with flowing lines and carved decoration. Chippendale's work influenced many others, including George Hepplewhite and Thomas Sheraton. His son, also called Thomas, continued his business until 1813.
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