Thomas Piper (1786–1858)

Thomas Piper (1786–1858) was a notable builder and contractor active in 19th-century London. His firm was involved in significant construction and drainage projects, including work at West Norwood Cemetery. In 1872, a memorial chapel at the cemetery was constructed under the supervision of Mr. S.W. Brown, with boundary railings and stonework supplied by Mr. W. Piper of Norwood.

Additionally, Piper's company was associated with the Art Memorial Company, a firm of monumental masons that produced memorials for various individuals interred at West Norwood Cemetery .

While specific details about Piper's early life and career are limited, his contributions to London's architectural and construction landscape are evident through these projects.