Welcome to The Drawingroom, where we explore the rich history, craftsmanship, and timeless beauty of antique furniture and interior decoration. Here, we uncover the stories behind iconic styles, learn about the influence of master decorators and designers, and discover how classic elements continue to inspire contemporary interiors. Whether you're an enthusiast or a collector, our articles offer a visual journey through the elegance and artistry that define timeless interiors. Stay tuned for more in-depth explorations of these enduring treasures.
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Chatsworth: English Baroque Masterpiece
Home to the aristocratic Cavendish family since 1549, and passed down through 16 generations, Chatsworth House is the seat of the Duke and Duchess of Devonshire. Standing on the east...
Chatsworth: English Baroque Masterpiece
Home to the aristocratic Cavendish family since 1549, and passed down through 16 generations, Chatsworth House is the seat of the Duke and Duchess of Devonshire. Standing on the east...
Harewood House: Neoclassical Excellence
'I would not exceed the limits of expense that I have always set myself. Let us do everything properly and well, mais pas trop.' - Edwin Lascelles to Robert Adam,...
Harewood House: Neoclassical Excellence
'I would not exceed the limits of expense that I have always set myself. Let us do everything properly and well, mais pas trop.' - Edwin Lascelles to Robert Adam,...
Castle Howard: Masterpiece of the English Coutr...
Castle Howard, South elevation, with a view of the Atlas Fountain, a glorious sculptural extravagance built to a design by William Nesfield (1853) in the Howardian Hills, an Area of...
Castle Howard: Masterpiece of the English Coutr...
Castle Howard, South elevation, with a view of the Atlas Fountain, a glorious sculptural extravagance built to a design by William Nesfield (1853) in the Howardian Hills, an Area of...
Nostell Priory: The Treasury of Chippendale's M...
Nostell Priory was designed in the fashionable Palladian style, intended to be a symbol of the owner’s wealth and fashionable taste. It was almost completely furnished by Chippendale, including the...
Nostell Priory: The Treasury of Chippendale's M...
Nostell Priory was designed in the fashionable Palladian style, intended to be a symbol of the owner’s wealth and fashionable taste. It was almost completely furnished by Chippendale, including the...
The Ultimate Grand Tour: Britain's Greatest Cou...
The tour of some the UK's most significant country houses, which we have recently completed in just under a week, has been one of our best road trips so far....
The Ultimate Grand Tour: Britain's Greatest Cou...
The tour of some the UK's most significant country houses, which we have recently completed in just under a week, has been one of our best road trips so far....
Good Taste Is Timeless
Furlow Gatewood, a self-taught antiques dealer and one of the most influential American decorators, created a home that demonstrates the art of living well. These remarkable Regency Klismos hall chairs, virtually...
Good Taste Is Timeless
Furlow Gatewood, a self-taught antiques dealer and one of the most influential American decorators, created a home that demonstrates the art of living well. These remarkable Regency Klismos hall chairs, virtually...