I should clarify my statement, I mean to say objects having been built by a craftsman, rather than Craftsman era objects. Though I do enjoy much of both. If I had to narrow down a period of furniture that I like the most it would probably be Danish Modern.
I agree, While I like much of FLW's work, it's the work like that of CRM and Earnest William Gimson that really call out to me from the period. They achieve their goal without the heft of FLW. Gimson's cabinets, in particular, have an incredible amount of detail without complicating the design.
Hah, we'll never know unless his collection goes to auction (if it hasn't already?) The duke certainly shared our enjoyment of handmade objects. I saw a cabinet by Dunhill claimed to have been commissioned by him, on ebay, and being a Dunhill, it's gorgeous.
Last edited by Brian Holcombe; 08-02-2014 at 8:51 AM.
Bumbling forward into the unknown.