Collinson & Lock: Art Furnishers, Interior Decorators and Designers 1870-1900

Collinson & Lock was a Victorian furniture and decorator company that was a model of the art furniture business of the last quarter of the nineteenth century. This book is the first wide-ranging study of the company, providing insights into its workings and productions, furniture design developments, interior design styles, business practices, working practices, and techniques, and the firms customers and competitors. It outlines and discusses the firms creations, ranging from seminal pieces to batch-produced objects, and examines their involvement with public and private interior decoration commissions.

Format: Hardback
Length: 304 pages
Publication date: 28 February 2022
Publisher: Troubador Publishing

Collinson & Lock, renowned Victorian furnishers and decorators, stood as a testament to the art furniture business of the late 19th century. In this comprehensive study, author Clive Edwards delves into the intricate workings and remarkable productions of this once-dominant London furnishing business. Through meticulous research, the book offers invaluable insights into the operations and practices of a thriving London furnishing enterprise during the period. It explores a wide range of topics, including furniture design developments, interior design styles, business practices, working techniques, and the firm's esteemed customers and competitors.

Edwards begins by examining the structure of the London 'art furniture trade' and its evolution, placing Collinson & Lock within its community context. He then traces the firm's growth, its participation in significant international exhibitions, the talented designers it collaborated with, and the exquisite furniture and interiors it created. This pivotal book proceeds to outline and analyze Collinson & Lock's diverse creations, encompassing seminal pieces designed for an exclusive clientele, as well as those showcased at national and international exhibitions between 1871 and 1900. It also delves into the firm's production of batch-produced objects that upheld the exceptional quality and design that defined Collinson & Lock's reputation.

Furthermore, the book explores the firm's involvement with both public and private interior decoration commissions, utilizing case studies encompassing various styles employed in the later Victorian period, including Anglo-Japanese, Queen Anne, Old English, and Renaissance. Drawing upon the author's extensive knowledge of 19th-century furniture and interiors, this book serves as a meticulously researched and beautifully illustrated reference work on Collinson & Lock. Whether you have a deep interest in the history of furniture and interior design, are involved with furniture collections on a personal or professional level, or simply seek to expand your knowledge of this renowned firm, this book is an essential resource.

Weight: 1380g
Dimension: 228 x 287 x 32 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781803131047