Antiques

We’re in the fortunate position at 1718 to be able to say that business has been booming. Alongside the beautiful bespoke furniture we continue to create for private clients, we’ve been working on restoration and retail projects in London and Hong Kong – and discussing plans with investors to expand further into the US market. Here’s an update from Susan Mancini.

Inspired by Sir Edwin Lutyens 
One of Britain’s greatest architects, Edwin Lanseer Lutyens (1869 – 1944) changed the face of English country houses and gardens.

1718 is named after the year in which Thomas Chippendale was born. But who was Chippendale and why does he mean so much to us? Michael Mancini explores the life of a man who was an extraordinarily talented cabinet maker, designer – and much more besides.

For Michael Mancini, the smell of beeswax and the joy of a perfectly executed mortice or tenon joint are what makes him tick. The founder of 1718 talks us through his career to date – and plans to launch limited-edition collections in 2021.