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Buscot Park's Regency Furniture

Buscot Park Hall- Pair of Ebonised Gilt chairs From The Thomas Hope Suite

Buscot Park is a glorious example of the Regency style. The estate was built by Edward Loveden Loveden between 1779 and 1783 for Edward Loveden Loveden. The house was inspired by the architecture of the great Renaissance architect, Andrea Palladio.  Most of the furniture here is of the Regency period, and reflects the revival of interest in that style in the inter-war years.

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White Painted Furniture

Picture Credit The Enchanted House Blog

Often times when people think about decorating with a particular color, they automatically gravitate by painting the walls that hue and accessorizing with coordinating furniture.  There certainly isn't anything wrong with that approach, although for many people who adore bold pops of color they tend to be at a loss because they don't want it splashed on their walls. 

 Here is a room that shows us how to use color in a very sophisticated approach.  They have done everything (Read More.....)

Historical Paint Colors

Ralph Lauren is famous for his clothing, but perhaps just as well known for his home collection. Elle Decor featured pictures of the restoration project that took place at Thomas Jefferson's Monticello's estate in which Ralph Lauren generously donated to complete the transformation. Located on a mountaintop outside Charlottesville, (Read More.....)

Regency Georgian Furniture

George III (George William Frederick, 4 June 1738–29 January 1820) was King of Great Britain and King of Ireland from 25 October 1760 until the union of these two countries on 1 January 1801.  He was then King of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland until his death. He was concurrently Duke and prince-elector of Brunswick-Lüneburg ("Hanover") in the Holy Roman Empire until his promotion to King of Hanover on 12 October 1814. He was the third British monarch of the House of Hanover, but unlike his two predecessors he was born in Britain and spoke English as his first (Read More.....)

Luxurious Italian Villas

I Am Love was a 2009 Italian film directed by Luca Guadagnino set around 2000 in Milan. The film follows a haute bourgeoisie family through changing times and fortunes. The wealthy Recchi family are first and second-generation textile manufacturers in Milan and Eduardo Sr., the family patriarch, has decided to name a successor to the reins of his massive industrial company, and in so doing, surprises everyone by splitting power between his son Tancredi and grandson Edo.  The movie features some beyond beautiful interiors which have both a Regency element to them (Read More.....)

Hepplewhite Dining Chairs

George Hepplewhite (1727? - June 21, 1786) was a cabinetmaker and was regarded as having been one of the "big three" English furniture makers of the 18th century, along with Thomas Sheraton and Thomas Chippendale. His elegant furniture became fashionable between about 1775 and 1800 and reproductions of his designs continued through the following centuries and is popular today. His shield back chair is still one of the most elegant antique dining chairs today.  Find more pictures of this home on Maureen Bower's Blog

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High End European Furnishings

The Gatz is a direct importer of Vintage European Furniture and contemporary furnishings. They visit Europe many times during the year and have a wide network of dealers that hand pick every item for US import. They have containers arriving from Europe every 2 to 3 months. They also have connections to a broad network of marble factories who specialize in solid qualtiy marble mantles, sinks, statuary, gazebos as well as many other items. Their network of iron and metal manufactures provides the best selection and quality. Their physical store is located in Historic St. Michaels, Maryland only a few hours from Washington D.C., Baltimore, Philadelphia and New Jersey and New York. (Read More.....)

Antique Regency Furniture

Regency Mahogany Kidney Desk Desks Furniture Writing Canonbury Antiques

Canonbury Antiques is a small family run business with a massive warehouse and showroom just 25 minutes north of London near Potters Bar. Canonbury Antiques has been trading for nearly forty years, and selling on ebay for over nine. They carry many styles of furniture, and have a very stunning selection that will surely make your home unique. (Read More.....)