Furniture Collection

Workshop of a carpenter and joiner
The workshop of a carpenter and joiner, with various activities taking place

The back of the gold-plated throne, showing queen Ankhesenamun putting the finishing touches to the kings toilet, from the tomb of the pharoah Tutankhamun, discovered in the Valley of the Kings

Moroccan lantern, Morocco, North Africa, Africa

Eltham Palace J990112
ELTHAM PALACE, London. Interior view of the Entrance Hall

Edwardian music room, Thornton Manor BL17551
Thornton Manor, near Port Sunlight, Merseyside. Edwardian interior of the music room, which was added in 1902. A large organ is built in over a seating area to the right

Osborne House, Drawing Room J030031
OSBORNE HOUSE, Isle of Wight. Interior view. The Drawing Room. Some items shown maybe on loan from the Royal Collection

Darwins study, Down House J980003
DOWN HOUSE, Downe, Kent. Interior view of the Old Study

Cast iron Victorian walking stick stand

Fourth Avenue, Huntington, West Virginia, USA
Fourth Avenue (looking east), Huntington, West Virginia, USA. 1915

Apsley House J050005
APSLEY HOUSE, Hyde Park Corner, Westminster, London. Interior detail of the north wall and fireplace in the Waterloo Gallery

La Maison Moderne c. 1902 (poster) by Manuel Orazi (1898-1934) Location Musee des Arts Decoratifs
La Maison Moderne c.1902 (poster) by Manuel Orazi (1898-1934) Location Musee des Arts Decoratifs, Paris, France ?TopFoto

Hardwick Old Hall N060143
HARDWICK OLD HALL, Derbyshire. Reconstruction drawing by Liam Wales of the Best Bedchamber on the 3rd floor in 1601

Piano and music sheets K011303
KENWOOD HOUSE, Hampstead, London. Detail of the Broadwood square piano of 1791 in the Music Room

RMS Mauretania, First Class Lounge Date: circa 1910s

Front Room, Islington High Street, oil on canvas, in a plain gold painted frame, by Frank Stanton, signed and dated 1968. Date: 1968

Sofa FF003760
Civic Centre, Great North Road, Newcastle Upon Tyne. A sofa in an unidentified room. Photographed in 2005

Virginia Courtaulds bedroom, Eltham Palace N100744
ELTHAM PALACE, London. Interior view. Virginia Courtaulds bedroom

RMS Aquitania BL26730_002
RMS AQUITANIA. Interior view towards the fireplace in the Palladium Lounge. The Aquitania was launched in 1913 as the third of the Cunard Line express ocean liners (after the Mauretania and Lusitania)

Durbar Room, Osborne House K020096
OSBORNE HOUSE, Isle of Wight. Interior view of the Durbar Room looking towards the minstrels gallery. Some items shown maybe on loan from the Royal Collection

Brodsworth Hall J950228
BRODSWORTH HALL, South Yorkshire. Interior view of the Drawing Room

National Liberal Club BL08415
NATIONAL LIBERAL CLUB, Whitehall Place, Westminster, London. Interior of the Reading Room, December 1887. Images taken in December 1887

Eltham Palace K010530
ELTHAM PALACE, London. Interior view of the Entrance Hall with the re-created 1930s Engstromer furniture and Dorn carpet

Pickwick Papers
The Pickwick Papers by Charles Dickins, Vol 1, title page drawn by Phiz (Hablot Knight Browne). (Photo by Rischgitz/Getty Images)

Audience Of One
circa 1926: A solitary member of the public seated in front of a band stand, listening to the brass band. (Photo by General Photographic Agency/Getty Images)

Witley Court Picture Gallery c. 1920 BL25090
WITLEY COURT, Great Witley, Worcestershire. Interior view of the Picture Gallery with a series of paintings and fine furniture

Witley Court Drawing Room c. 1920 BL25086
WITLEY COURT, Worcestershire. Interior view c.1920. The Drawing Room. Photographed by Bedford Lemere

Entrance Hall, Eltham Palace N080561
ELTHAM PALACE, London. Interior view. Light filters down from the glass domed roof illuminating the Entrance Hall

Evening in the Place de la Liberte, Sarlat-la-Caneda, Dordogne, Aquitaine, France, Europe

Darwins study N970005
DOWN HOUSE, Luxted Road, Downe, Kent. Interior view of Charles Darwins New Study. Darwin used this room as his study later in life. Now the ticket office and shop

National Liberal Club BL08407
NATIONAL LIBERAL CLUB, Whitehall Place, City of Westminster, London. Interior detail of the fireplace and dais in the Gladstone Library, December 1887

Dover Castle Wartime Tunnels J950001
DOVER CASTLE, Kent. Hellfire Corner. The reconstructed Second World War telephone and telex exchange in the Secret Wartime Tunnels

Chiswick House J940515
CHISWICK HOUSE, London. Interior view of the Blue Velvet Room showing library table with rounded ends and two tapestry chairs

Eltham Palace J990131
ELTHAM PALACE, London. Interior view through the double doors from the Dining Room to the Entrance Hall

Dolls House of Petronella Dunois, c. 1676
Dolls House of Petronella Dunois (1650-1695), c. 1676. Rijksmuseum. Amsterdam. Holland

Victorian woman (Polhill-Turner family)
An upper class Victorian woman, probably a member of the Polhill-Turner family of Howbury Hall, Renhold, Bedfordshire. Seen here in a studio photograph, leaning on the back of a chair

A 1950s Family Living Room
A classic nuclear family in their living room, the children playing with a train set, the Father reading his book or magazine in a comfy chair

Pioneer Church in Frontier Village, Jamestown, North Dakota, United States of America, North America

A display of vases at the Qing and Ming Ancient Pottery Factory, Jingdezhen city, Jiangxi Province, China, Asia

Painted ivory plaque from the lid of a coffer showing Tutankhamun and Ankhesenamun in a garden, the lower frieze shows young women plucking mandrakes, from the tomb of the pharaoh Tutankhamun

Art Deco Dressing Table
This charming bedroom dressing table is in polished mellow toned walnut of pleasing modern design. It has a shaped rimless mirror with a glamorous light fitting!

Plaza Mayor, Madrid, Spain, Europe

Charles Darwins study at Down House N080878
DOWN HOUSE, Kent. Interior view of the Old Study with walking stick and hat on chair

The Ice Hotel, Jukkasjarvi, near Kiruna, Lappland, Sweden, Scandinavia, Europe

One of the double doors of the gilt shrine showing the goddess Isis, from the tomb of the pharaoh Tutankhamun, discovered in the Valley of the Kings, Thebes, Egypt, North Africa, Africa

Statue of the goddess Serket protecting the canopic chest or shrine, from the tomb of the pharaoh Tutankhamun, discovered in the Valley of the Kings, Thebes, Egypt, North Africa, Africa

French Basque wedding
The delivery of the future spouses furniture to the Bridegrooms house. Date: circa 1908

Advert for modern creations by Gerbe d Or, 1920s, Paris

1950s living room
An up-to-date interior from a home in the 1950s, where all the items of furniture harmonise with each other (according to the writer of the accompanying article)

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"Exploring the World of Furniture: From Moroccan Lanterns to Edwardian Music Rooms" Step into a world of exquisite craftsmanship and cultural diversity as we delve into the captivating realm of furniture. Our journey begins in Morocco, North Africa, where the intricate designs of a Moroccan lantern transport us to a land rich in vibrant colors and ornate patterns. Moving on, we find ourselves immersed in the elegance of Eltham Palace's Edwardian music room. The harmonious melodies that once filled this space can almost be heard as we admire its opulent furnishings and grandeur. Next stop is Osborne House, where Drawing Room J030031 invites us to bask in Victorian splendor. The lavish decor transports us back in time, offering a glimpse into the refined tastes of British royalty. As we venture further, Darwins study at Down House beckons with its intellectual allure. Here lies an intimate space where one of history's greatest minds pondered his groundbreaking theories amidst shelves lined with books and scientific instruments. The cast iron Victorian walking stick stand reminds us not only of practicality but also showcases the artistic flair prevalent during this era. Its intricate details serve as a testament to skilled craftsmen who turned everyday objects into works of art. Stepping into the workshop of a carpenter and joiner reveals their mastery over woodwork - an essential skill that has shaped our homes for centuries. Their dedication to precision ensures that every piece they create stands strong while exuding timeless beauty. A visit to Durbar Room at Osborne House takes us on an exotic journey through India's influence on British design aesthetics. Intricately carved arches and sumptuous textiles transport us straight into another world – one filled with regal opulence and cultural fusion. Piano keys await our touch alongside scattered music sheets; K011303 captures moments frozen in musical time. This vignette speaks volumes about how furniture becomes intertwined with personal expression – each note played a reflection of the soul. La Maison Moderne c.