Frets, from Chippendale Drawings, Vol. II 1754

"Frets," a 1754 design by famed English furniture maker Thomas Chippendale, showcases four intricate patterns for decorative fretwork. The delicate, geometric motifs, drawn in pen and ink, were likely intended for use in furniture or architectural details. This design is part of Chippendale's influential publication "The Gentleman and Cabinet-Maker's Director," a landmark work that popularized the Rococo style in England. The "Frets" sheet demonstrates the precision and artistry for which Chippendale was known, offering a glimpse into the decorative flourishes that characterized the 18th-century.