Fret, from Chippendale Drawings, Vol. II 1755 - 1765

"Fret" is a design drawing from Thomas Chippendale's *The Gentleman and Cabinet-Maker's Director*, a groundbreaking book of furniture designs published in 1754. Chippendale, a leading English furniture maker of the 18th century, created a series of drawings for the book, which helped to popularize the Rococo style in England. This particular drawing, titled "Fret," shows a repeating pattern that could be used in various furniture applications, such as inlay work or borders. The intricate design exemplifies Chippendale's talent for creating elegant and sophisticated decorative elements, and the detailed measurements reflect the precision and craftsmanship of the period.