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Orme, Thomas (1753)

Orme, Thomas, opposite Meards Ct, Dean St, Soho, London, cm (d. by 1753). On 13 February 1753 the sale of his stock in trade and utensils was advertised following his death. On offer at the auction were bookcases, bureaus, tables and chairs ‘amongst which are several curious pieces made by his late Master, Thomas Turner, deceased’. His stocks of timber, specified as mahogany, including some fine veneers and his work benches and tools were in the sale. [Public Advertiser, 13 February 1753]

The original entry from Dictionary of English Furniture Makers, 1660-1840 can be found at British History Online.