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Hepplewhite

Hepplewhite

9.9
A piece of elegant late 18th century furniture, like a chair or sideboard
  • noun
  • /ˈhɛpəlˌwaɪt/
: Hepplewhite
  • They furnished the dining room with a set of Hepplewhite pieces to create a classic look.

Examples

  • Collectors often seek out original Hepplewhite chairs for their graceful, shield-shaped backs.

  • The antique shop displayed a beautiful Hepplewhite sideboard with delicate inlay work.

  • I just bought a beautiful Hepplewhite table.

  • The Hepplewhite chair is a classic piece.

  • The elegant Hepplewhite chair added a touch of sophistication to the dining room.

  • She admired the intricate design of the Hepplewhite sideboard in the antique shop.

  • They decided to renovate their home with authentic Hepplewhite furniture for a classic look.

Surface Forms

Hepplewhite singular
Hepplewhites plural

Etymology

Hepplewhite is the last name of an English furniture designer, George Hepplewhite, so a single chair, table, or sideboard made in his elegant late 1700s style is called a Hepplewhite.