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In the 1820’s James Shoolbred started his company in London. James Shoolbred &
Co sold textiles, carpets and other items for interior decorating. In the 1870’s
the company was designing and producing original, high-quality furniture,
inspired by the aesthetic qualities of E.W. Godwin’s architecture. The furniture
was sold in-store and also featured in the James Shoolbred & Co catalogue, which
was circulated outside of London. Within another decade the company expanded and
moved into a larger location in London, becoming one of the first department
stores. James Shoolbred furniture was always displayed and photographed
alongside the textiles, carpets and lamps that the company also sold, creating
an example interior design for customers to view. Despite James Shoolbred & Co’s
popularity and market presence, the company struggled after the market crash of
1929 and closed for good in 1931.
48" (122cm) Walnut Twin Pedestal Desk by JAS Shoolbred
c 1890
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48" (122cm) Mahogany Pedestal Desk by JAS Shoolbred
c1880
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