In England the "Neoclassical" taste in furniture art flourished in the second half of the 18th century.

Eminent representatives of this style were George Hepplewhite (d. 1786) and Thomas Sheraton (b. 1751). Each worked primarily in the new style, publishing his sketches in book form.

The name of Thomas Sheraton is associated with the light, small, variously shaped, and frequently multifunctional pieces of furniture made between 1790 and 1800. The ladies' writing cabinet on display here is a classic example of "Sheraton" furniture satisfying the new requirements: it is a small-sized piece - on castors - that was also suitable for needlework. Beneath a lockable cylinder top, there is a writing surface that can be pulled out and also small drawers and compartments, making this a practical item of furniture.
The piece has satinwood and mahogany veneer, on which there are inlaid, carved and lathe-turned embellishments.

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