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William Fiske

  • Lived:
  • 1770-1844
  • Worked:
  • Salem, MA.
  • Style:
  • Cabinetmaker

  • William Fiske was a prominent cabinet maker in the Salem area for over 40 years.  Many of his pieces are signed with a "W.F".  Many of his pieces from the Hepplewhite period are considered highly desirable.  Representations of his work can be found in the Museum of Fine Arts in Boston.  He was also resposible for creating many clock cases for the Willards during their prolific clock-making period.

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