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English Period Furniture
Hepplewhite (Mahogany and Satinwood 1760-1792)
George Hepplewhite owned his own factory and made furniture for Robert Adam. He produced a book of designs "The Cabinetmaker and Upholsters Guide".
He had a fondness for the curved line and introduced this into his design wherever possible. Hepplewhite moved away from the heavy carving of Chippendale and used more refined carving. His favourite timbers to work with were Mahogany and Satinwood. He lightened up the look of the timber without sacrificing the stability.
Best known for his chair back designs - shield back, hoped back, oval and heart shaped which were very popular.
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