Pennsylvania

In the eighteenth century, Philadelphia attracted numerous skilled furniture makers from Europe, making it one of America’s leading centers of craftsmanship. Drawn by the city's prosperity, diverse population, and demand for high-quality furnishings, artisans from England, Germany, and other European countries settled in Philadelphia. They brought traditional European techniques and styles, which they adapted to suit the tastes of wealthy Philadelphians. This influx of skilled craftsmen contributed to the city's reputation for elegant and distinctive furniture, blending classical designs with a distinctly American character that would influence furniture styles across the colonies.