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History of Shapland and Petter

Shapland and Petter produced quality furniture from its inception by Henry Shapland in 1854 to its closure in 2009. It was the biggest employer in Barnstaple for over 150 years. Shapland and Petter furniture has become increasingly sought after by collectors. Select this option for a summary of its history.

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Bedroom Furniture

A selection of photographs of bedroom furniture from Shapland and Petter catalogues. For a full set of images, select the Collections option on the Museum of Barnstaple main page, then select the Shapland and Petter Collection from the displayed list of collections.

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Dining Room Furniture

A selection of photographs of dining room furniture from Shapland and Petter catalogues. For a full set of images, select the Collections option on the Museum of Barnstaple main page, then select the Shapland and Petter Collection from the displayed list of collections.

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Doors and Doorsets

A selection of photographs of doors and doorsets from Shapland and Petter catalogues. For a full set of images, select the Collections option on the Museum of Barnstaple main page, then select the Shapland and Petter Collection from the displayed list of collections.

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Drawing Room

A selection of photographs of drawing room furniture from Shapland and Petter catalogues. For a full set of images, select the Collections option on the Museum of Barnstaple main page, then select the Shapland and Petter Collection from the displayed list of collections.

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Hall Furniture

A selection of photographs of hall furniture from Shapland and Petter catalogues. For a full set of images, select the Collections option on the Museum of Barnstaple main page, then select the Shapland and Petter Collection from the displayed list of collections.

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Carvings and Panelling

A selection of photographs of carvings and panelling by Shapland and Petter. For a full set of images, select the Collections option on the Museum of Barnstaple main page, then select the Shapland and Petter Collection from the displayed list of collections.

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Library Furniture

A selection of photographs of library furniture from Shapland and Petter catalogues. For a full set of images, select the Collections option on the Museum of Barnstaple main page, then select the Shapland and Petter Collection from the displayed list of collections.

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Mantelpieces

A selection of photographs of mantelpieces from Shapland and Petter catalogues. For a full set of images, select the Collections option on the Museum of Barnstaple main page, then select the Shapland and Petter Collection from the displayed list of collections.

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Shop Fronts

A selection of photographs of shop fronts produced by Shapland and Petter.

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Gaumont Cinema Barnstaple

Photographs of the front and interior of the Gaumont Cinema in Barnstaple,s designed by Shapland and Petter.

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