Arras iron furniture has captivated generations of outdoor lovers with its quality construction and decorative appeal. Over 100 years since the Usine Saint-Sauveur factory closed, we celebrate the enormous legacy of the Arras iron foundries.
You may have heard of the French town of Arras for plenty of reasons. Arras is the former capital of Artois in northern France, around an hour northeast...
Chippendale: the greatest cabinetmaker of all time? A sweeping statement, certainly, but not far-fetched. Thomas Chippendale is among the most important, recognised and emulated of any designer in British history.
Born in Otley in 1718, Yorkshire would remain significant to Chippendale for the rest of his life. We know little else about his early days and can only assume he arrived in London...
Some names are rightfully revered in our industry, and Eleanor Coade is certainly one of them. The legacy of Coade stone is a just reflection of the impressive lady at the helm of the business.
Entrepreuner, inventor, and philanthropist
Eleanor Coade (1733-1821) was the daughter of a wool merchant. Born in Exeter, the family later moved to London in the mid-1760s and Eleanor set up shop selli...
