Table Clock Cases, in Chippendale Drawings, Vol. I 1754

This is a plate from *The Gentleman and Cabinet-Maker's Director*, a groundbreaking book of furniture designs by Thomas Chippendale, published in 1754. The plate features two detailed drawings of table clock cases, showcasing Chippendale’s mastery of the Rococo style, characterized by its elaborate ornamentation and asymmetrical curves. The drawings provide precise instructions for crafting these pieces, with intricate details on the pediments, moldings, and feet. Chippendale’s influence on furniture design was immense, popularizing the elegant and refined Rococo aesthetic throughout England and beyond.