The London Chair-Makers’ and Carvers’ Book of Prices for Workmanship, As Regulated and Agreed to by a Committee of Master Chair-Manufacturers and Jour

This fascinating document provides a rare glimpse into the world of 18th-century chair-making in London. The book includes detailed pricing information for a wide range of chair-making and carving tasks, as well as specifications for the materials and tools required. It also offers an insight into the complex social and economic relationships between master manufacturers and journeymen. This is a must-read for anyone interested in traditional craftsmanship and the history of design.

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