Brackets for Marble Slabs, in Chippendale Drawings, Vol. I 1754

Thomas Chippendale's "Brackets for Marble Slabs" from his iconic "The Gentleman and Cabinet-Maker's Director" showcases his masterful design for ornate brackets. The drawing features four different bracket designs, intricately detailed with scrolls, foliate motifs and geometric patterns. This 1754 drawing, now housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, exemplifies Chippendale's signature Rococo style, a dominant trend during the 18th century that favored asymmetrical, organic designs, and served as a guide for furniture makers and decorators during this period. The intricate designs and masterful craftsmanship present in this drawing highlight Chippendale's influence on 18th-century furniture design and underscore his enduring legacy in the world of art and interior design.