Shaving Table, from Chippendale Drawings, Vol. II 1761
thomaschippendale
themetropolitanmuseumofart
drawing, print
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drawing
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table
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aged paper
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toned paper
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quirky sketch
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muted colour palette
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sketch book
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personal sketchbook
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sketchbook drawing
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watercolour illustration
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sketchbook art
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watercolor
Thomas Chippendale's "Shaving Table" is a detailed design for a functional and stylish piece of furniture. The drawing, dated 1761, presents a table with a swiveling mirror, a small basin, and multiple drawers for storing toiletries. The meticulous detail includes numbered elements, showcasing the meticulousness of Chippendale's approach to design. This work is a testament to Chippendale's influence on the Rococo style during the 18th century. The drawing is currently housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York.
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