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Her Grace, The Duchess of Rutland & Lady Eliza Manner's Top Picks | A Historic Townhouse on Wimpole Street

Her Grace, The Duchess of Rutland & Lady Eliza Manner's Top Picks | A Historic Townhouse on Wimpole Street

Her Grace, The Duchess of Rutland & Lady Eliza Manner's Top Picks | A Historic Townhouse on Wimpole Street

On Wednesday 31 January we have our Town and Country auction. Offering two exquisite academic collections, the auction includes the collection from a historic townhouse on Wimpole Street, London. Here, Her Grace, The Duchess of Rutland and her daughter, Lady Eliza Manners pick out just a few of their favourite pieces, echoing the multi-generational allure for decorative arts within the home.

Commenting on the collection, Her Grace, The Duchess of Rutland, said "The sale by my good friends comprises a long, hidden family collection from one of the most perfectly preserved of splendid and complete Georgian townhouses on Wimpole Street, which has given as much pleasure to them as to us. The house and collection lent itself to a glittering backdrop for wonderful parties and occasions and it was always such a great pleasure to visit as well as reciprocate at Belvoir. Eighteenth century furniture and paintings were thoughtfully displayed in the magnificent period rooms, and the most significant pieces have been carefully researched and preserved revealing a deep interest in great 18th century works of art, underpinned by historical curiosity fused with scholarly integrity and an overriding desire for comfortable living. I have always believed that one should use the beautiful pieces we are lucky enough to own, as these friends always have, as it ensures their continued life and memories for continuing generations. 

"As often with collections several prominent themes stand out, including 18th century British portraiture and classic English furniture of the best period is evoked by a roll call of the greatest makers. The scholarly and historic objects which form the highpoints of the collection are also cleverly balanced with charming Chinese lamps, comfortable sofas and chairs. Colourful rugs, baroque tapestry hangings and embroidered seats give warmth and texture among the polished mahogany and inlaid satinwood."

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