Identity area
Reference code
ABC/191
Title
Examples of furniture and decoration designed by Thomas Sheraton and containing a selection of 167 typical specimens reproduced from his rare “Cabinet-maker’s and upholsterer’s drawing book”, published 1791-1807.
Date(s)
- 1906 (Creation)
Level of description
Extent and medium
1 volume
Context area
Name of creator
(1751-22 Oct 1806)
Biographical history
Furniture designer and author
ODNB Entry: https://doi.org/10.1093/ref:odnb/25356
ODNB Entry: https://doi.org/10.1093/ref:odnb/25356
Repository
Archival history
Immediate source of acquisition or transfer
Content and structure area
Scope and content
A selection of 167 typical specimens of Furniture and Decoration reproduced, on sixteen plates, from Thomas Sheraton's 'Cabinet Maker and Upholsterer's Drawing Book', published in 1791-1802. There are examples of: Beds; Candelabra; Cabinets; Dressing Cabinets; Cupboards; Clocks; Tables; Chairs; Sofas; etc.
Appraisal, destruction and scheduling
Accruals
System of arrangement
Conditions of access and use area
Conditions governing access
Conditions governing reproduction
Language of material
- English
Script of material
Language and script notes
Physical characteristics and technical requirements
Good condition