What disgusting injustice for poor Mr Chippendale not being paid for the finest carpentry and craftsmanship and for his burial site to have been built over. Long may we remember and enjoy his excellence. I have only just begun my journey of studying such fine work, however, I know it is the greatest that I shall have the pleasure of witnessing.
I’m in awe of the Diana and Minerva commode! There are no words to express my admiration. I had no idea that Adam and Chippendale worked together. Talk about the ultimate artistic duo!
Such a great man he was. And we who love European culture, must be glad to know that his legacy continues in workshops with craftmanship, to create beautiful furniture in Mr. Chippendales style. And I must read/see how this man's furniture style also was, as I have heared, much appreciated in the United States of America.
Adam plus Chippendale: brilliant perfection. It’s a shame, though, that Chippendale didn’t become rich from his incredible work. The only compensation is that his name, standing for excellence, will live on forever. Great artists like Chippendale always got taken advantage of because of their “low” social status, they were just considered workers, not gentleman. It’s time this for this British class-consciousness construct to die the death it has long deserved. I’m a great fan of British literature, TV, films, etc. and no single work of creativity like these is ever free of the class-struggle. Producers of videos like these can start by removing references to “humble birth”, “low origin”, etc. Who cares?
Quite a tragic documentary actually. Despite the superlative work of this genius, he died in tragic poverty. The vicious wealthy rich think that everything is due to them. Many artisans go bankrupt because of unpaid bills. This is the dark side of Art. Johann Sébastien Bach died, leaving his second wife with debts that she was unable to honor in her lifetime. Publishers have made a mint selling his printed music. See anything wrong?
It EVEN goes on today . Do you remember when Lobbs shoemakers refused to make Prince Charles ANY more shoes until he paid his debts of 1000's of pounds.Aristocracy ,in particular the British ,are AHOLES.
Imagine the unknown men that worked for him who ACTUALLY created those pieces . People talk as if he did it all by himself. Was Chippendale himself a fantastic cabinetmaker OR was it some of his employees?
@@738polarbear I think that can be said for any 'creator', from architects to cabinet makers to painters. Some famous artists had students paint in the skies and trees and clothes and just came to paint the faces. Men like Pugin just sketched but didn't do any of the work. Famous fashion designers are nothing without people like me who actually do all the creation behind the scenes and don't expect recognition. I for one enjoy the anonymity, having no desire to have my name branded. Men like Chippendale are creators of teams of artisans and styles and in being so give jobs and salaries to many who love their metier.
I do NOT want to detract from Chippendales reputation ,however many many pieces are NOT attributed to his workshop . They ARE in the style of HIS Director book BUT made by MULTIPLE different English cabinetmakers . Instead of gushing and fawning over Chippendale's name why does history not represent the truth?
Perhaps, but he had his 'revenge' on mankind because his work is valued above many others and will stay in people's minds forever as a sign of talent and quality. That for me is better than a grave, its more alive.
There use to be a guy on PBS that used older technology as used in these times to make items and one of his tools was a saw such as that made out of lumber that the natural growth of the tree/branch is used to make up the "machine" such as a natural fork or curve in the grain, etc. Very interesting reuse of technology whoukd you ever find yourself without electricity yet still wat to vreate.
Used and abused the poor man ... but then think of it. No one wouldve heard of chippendale. His legacy wouldnt have carried over to colonial america. You know where this is all going. Everything happens for a reason
What is the red colored wood? At a Ren Faire in Los Angeles one of the merchants had cutting boards with red colored wood in it which I believe comes from Africa.
@@endzm05 pretty sure its not. Probably dyed over. Paduak was not a well known wood i could imagine at the time. Probably oak, walnut, or even mahogany, but i cant see paduak
If you see how long it would take a modern day, highly skilled furniture maker to create just 1 of those elaborate peices in such detail ... it would mean Mr. Chippendale would have been 1.000 years old if you would believe he made every piece himself.
cfen matisse These Grand Masters had workers, sometimes very numerous, in their employ. The work was signed by the Master but often executed by their employees- who of, had to be of the highest caliber. There’s another example of this : Grinling Gibbons the master woodcarver (not English, but Flemish). His London workshops had up to 400 woodcarvers. Now do you understand the output? This still goes on today.Mr. Benz himself never built a single car. Lord Lindsey has his workshops where young talented people carry out the signed commissions.
What disgusting injustice for poor Mr Chippendale not being paid for the finest carpentry and craftsmanship and for his burial site to have been built over. Long may we remember and enjoy his excellence. I have only just begun my journey of studying such fine work, however, I know it is the greatest that I shall have the pleasure of witnessing.
Its quite sad actually. . . If only i couldve been trained by the man. . .
I’m in awe of the Diana and Minerva commode! There are no words to express my admiration. I had no idea that Adam and Chippendale worked together. Talk about the ultimate artistic duo!
Such a great man he was. And we who love European culture, must be glad to know that his legacy continues in workshops with craftmanship, to create beautiful furniture in Mr. Chippendales style. And I must read/see how this man's furniture style also was, as I have heared, much appreciated in the United States of America.
12:11 Actually that modern day fan with the sand shading is lovely.Great job mate.
Adam plus Chippendale: brilliant perfection. It’s a shame, though, that Chippendale didn’t become rich from his incredible work. The only compensation is that his name, standing for excellence, will live on forever. Great artists like Chippendale always got taken advantage of because of their “low” social status, they were just considered workers, not gentleman. It’s time this for this British class-consciousness construct to die the death it has long deserved. I’m a great fan of British literature, TV, films, etc. and no single work of creativity like these is ever free of the class-struggle. Producers of videos like these can start by removing references to “humble birth”, “low origin”, etc. Who cares?
Rich free loaders didn't pay him for his craft.. Somethings never change.
Love the video and the accent of the first speaker makes me homesick Thank you.
And the second speaker is very annoying
Quite a tragic documentary actually. Despite the superlative work of this genius, he died in tragic poverty. The vicious wealthy rich think that everything is due to them. Many artisans go bankrupt because of unpaid bills. This is the dark side of Art. Johann Sébastien Bach died, leaving his second wife with debts that she was unable to honor in her lifetime. Publishers have made a mint selling his printed music. See anything wrong?
@Claudius Hear hear good sir.
It EVEN goes on today . Do you remember when Lobbs shoemakers refused to make Prince Charles ANY more shoes until he paid his debts of 1000's of pounds.Aristocracy ,in particular the British ,are AHOLES.
This may prove that the most needed tool in a fine shop,,,is a lawyer to collect your money.
When you think that the Diana commode was once a pile of logs !!!! incredible what man can do ,, could do I should say ,,
Imagine the unknown men that worked for him who ACTUALLY created those pieces . People talk as if he did it all by himself. Was Chippendale himself a fantastic cabinetmaker OR was it some of his employees?
@@738polarbear I think that can be said for any 'creator', from architects to cabinet makers to painters. Some famous artists had students paint in the skies and trees and clothes and just came to paint the faces. Men like Pugin just sketched but didn't do any of the work. Famous fashion designers are nothing without people like me who actually do all the creation behind the scenes and don't expect recognition. I for one enjoy the anonymity, having no desire to have my name branded. Men like Chippendale are creators of teams of artisans and styles and in being so give jobs and salaries to many who love their metier.
I do NOT want to detract from Chippendales reputation ,however many many pieces are NOT attributed to his workshop . They ARE in the style of HIS Director book BUT made by MULTIPLE different English cabinetmakers . Instead of gushing and fawning over Chippendale's name why does history not represent the truth?
How terrible Thomas Chippendale doesn't even have a proper grave today.
Perhaps, but he had his 'revenge' on mankind because his work is valued above many others and will stay in people's minds forever as a sign of talent and quality. That for me is better than a grave, its more alive.
@@TheFiown ... но , хочется жить ...при жизни ! ..... (Если я вас правильно понял .....)
perfect music for the genius.
2:23 ahh - sally herbert
5:55 Lyonel bauchet - beauty in darkness
Thank you good sir. I tend to find my favourite pieces scattered across documentaries such as these. They're a joy to discover in such a fashion.
There use to be a guy on PBS that used older technology as used in these times to make items and one of his tools was a saw such as that made out of lumber that the natural growth of the tree/branch is used to make up the "machine" such as a natural fork or curve in the grain, etc. Very interesting reuse of technology whoukd you ever find yourself without electricity yet still wat to vreate.
7:08 "and also the way it CURRRRRRRVE at the siiiiiiiiiide " !!!!!!!!!!!!!! mmm ok
Ha ha ha ,snobby fucker he is I bet.
0:04 but chippendale a lowly craftman ... lol so hard on hearing that.. the raise you up and then they lower you at a whim..
Who did the superb architectural work?
Adams was the architect . it says so at the start.
That's what happens to a country boy dealing with gentry. He should have stayed in Yorkshire
Used and abused the poor man ... but then think of it. No one wouldve heard of chippendale. His legacy wouldnt have carried over to colonial america. You know where this is all going. Everything happens for a reason
What is the red colored wood? At a Ren Faire in Los Angeles one of the merchants had cutting boards with red colored wood in it which I believe comes from Africa.
@@endzm05 pretty sure its not. Probably dyed over. Paduak was not a well known wood i could imagine at the time. Probably oak, walnut, or even mahogany, but i cant see paduak
@@endzm05 Padauk is orange.Was NOT used in England 250 years ago.
@@solidsnake9332 Exactly.
If you see how long it would take a modern day, highly skilled furniture maker to create just 1 of those elaborate peices in such detail ... it would mean Mr. Chippendale would have been 1.000 years old if you would believe he made every piece himself.
cfen matisse These Grand Masters had workers, sometimes very numerous, in their employ. The work was signed by the Master but often executed by their employees- who of, had to be of the highest caliber. There’s another example of this : Grinling Gibbons the master woodcarver (not English, but Flemish). His London workshops had up to 400 woodcarvers. Now do you understand the output? This still goes on today.Mr. Benz himself never built a single car. Lord Lindsey has his workshops where young talented people carry out the signed commissions.
@@musamor75 Chippendales furniture is NOT signed . I bet 1/2 of it is not even Chippendale but in the style of.
sounds like he needs some Exslax!!