In a roundabout way

Article Abstract:

The 18th century roundabout chair, more popularly known as the corner chair, were believed to be made only for men because of its sturdy appearance. It is characterized as having three ornately-carved legs and one grounded leg, an elaborately-carved rail and a square slip seat.

Design and construction, Furniture, Modern, Modern furniture, Chairs

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Art that's true to nature

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Clay sculptor Clare Potter creates strikingly lifelike representations of fruits, vegetables amd flowers. Potter uses low-fire porcelain to sculpt her creations which are individually handcrafted and handpainted and are mainly inspired by the bounty of her garden.

Appreciation, Works, Sculptors, Modeling (Sculpture), Potter, Clare

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At work in the English countryside

Article Abstract:

Little Quebb Farm in Herefordshire, England, is known throughout the area for the excellently-crafted lambing chairs it produces. Its owner, Arthur Gibson, is an engineer who left the city to take up a more rustic lifestyle.

Behavior, Artisans, Gibson, Arthur

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