The Story of English Furniture - 1. Medieval and Elizabethan
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- 10. Twentieth CenturyThe last programme in the series examines the contribution of the 20th century.24 mins
- 9. VictorianThe Great Exhibition, William Morris, art nouveau and a stylistic free-for-all.25 mins
- 8. RegencyHugh Scully and Arthur Negus explore the splendour of the Regency period.25 mins
- 7. Elegance and UtilityHugh Scully and Arthur Negus explore the work of Gillows, Hepplewhite and Sheraton.25 mins
- 6. Robert AdamThis edition focuses on the work of 18th-century Scottish furniture-maker Robert Adam.25 mins
- 5. Thomas ChippendaleA look at the work of the most famous name in English furniture, Thomas Chippendale.25 mins
- 4. Queen Anne and Early GeorgianIn the days of Queen Anne and the early Georgian period, over-ornamentation was out.25 mins
- 3. William and MaryWhen William and Mary ascended the throne, the baroque style became popular.24 mins
- 2. Jacobean and RestorationA closer look at furniture made in the Jacobean and Restoration period.24 mins
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