Randolph, Benjamin, 1721-1791.

It is unclear when and where Randolph first trained and practiced cabinetmaking, but in 1767 he advertised his new shop in Chestnut Street, Philadelphia. He also employed around this time cabinetmakers John Pollard and Hercules Courtenay. His clientele included wealthy figures such as John Cadwalader and Vincent Emerson Lockerman (several pieces probably owned by Lockerman are included). Randolph retired in 1778.

From the description of Chair, ca. 1767. (Winterthur Library). WorldCat record id: 770379998

From the description of Chair, 1760-1770. (Winterthur Library). WorldCat record id: 770379975

From the description of Chair, ca. 1760-1775. (Winterthur Library). WorldCat record id: 770380004

From the description of Chair, ca. 1760-1778. (Winterthur Library). WorldCat record id: 770379983

From the description of Chair, ca. 1770. (Winterthur Library). WorldCat record id: 770380000

From the description of Chair, ca. 1750-1778. (Winterthur Library). WorldCat record id: 770379986

From the description of Chair, 1762. (Winterthur Library). WorldCat record id: 770379994

From the description of Chair, ca. 1762. (Winterthur Library). WorldCat record id: 770379990

Benjamin Randolph was one of the foremost cabinetmakers, gilders, and carvers in colonial America. Born in Monmouth County, N.J., he moved to Philadelphia, Pa. before beginning his career. He was noted as a joiner in early transactions; however, he sold all sorts of cabinet and chair work at his shop, Golden Eagle, on Chestnut St. in Philadelphia. Thomas Jefferson commissioned Randolph's work, and the table upon which the Declaration of Independence was drafted has been attributed to him. Randolph retired in 1782 and moved to Burlington County, N.J., where he held an interest in Speed Mills. He was twice married; first to Anna Bromwich and then to Mary Wilkinson. He died in 1790.

From the description of Financial records, 1763-1783. (Winterthur Library). WorldCat record id: 84666596