Narcissa Niblack Thorne Collection

E-5: English Cottage Kitchen of the Queen Anne Period, 1702-14, United States, c. 1937

A19: Maryland Dining Room, 1770-74, United States, c. 1940

A16: Pennsylvania Drawing Room, 1761, United States, c. 1940

A18: Shaker Living Room, c. 1800, United States, c. 1940

A17: Pennsylvania Kitchen, 1752, United States, c. 1940. Creator: Narcissa Niblack Thorne
A17: Pennsylvania Kitchen, 1752, United States, c. 1940

A14: Pennsylvania Drawing Room, 1834-36, United States, c. 1940

A13: New England Bedroom, 1750-1850, United States, c. 1940

A11: Rhode Island Parlor, c. 1820, United States, c. 1940

A15: New York Parlor, 1850-70, United States, c. 1940. Creator: Narcissa Niblack Thorne
A15: New York Parlor, 1850-70, United States, c. 1940

A12: Cape Cod Living Room, 1750-1850, United States, c. 1940

A30: Georgia Double Parlor, c. 1850, United States, c. 1940

E-2: English Bedchamber of the Jacobean or Stuart Period, 1603-88, United States, c. 1937

A6: New Hampshire Dining Room, 1760, United States, c. 1940

A9: Massachusetts Parlor, 1818, United States, c. 1940. Creator: Narcissa Niblack Thorne
A9: Massachusetts Parlor, 1818, United States, c. 1940

A7: New Hampshire Entrance Hall, 1799, United States, c. 1940

A4: Connecticut Valley Tavern Parlor, c. 1750, United States, c. 1940

A2: New Hampshire Parlor, c. 1710, United States, c. 1940

A1: Massachusetts Living Room and Kitchen, 1675-1700, United States, c. 1940

E-29: English Roman Catholic Church in the Gothic Style, 1275-1300, United States, c. 1937

A8: Massachusetts Bedroom, c. 1801, United States, c. 1940

A24: Virginia Entrance Hall, 1751-55, United States, c. 1940

E-4: English Drawing Room of the Late Jacobean Period, 1680-1702, United States, c. 1937

A28: South Carolina Drawing Room, 1775-1800, United States, c. 1940

A27: Virginia Kitchen, 18th Century, United States, c. 1940

A3: Massachusetts Dining Room, 1720, United States, c. 1940

E-28: German Sitting Room of the Biedermeier Period, 1815-50, United States, c. 1937

E-26: French Anteroom of the Empire Period, c. 1810, United States, c. 1937

E-23: French Dining Room of the Periods of Louis XV and Louis XIV, United States, c. 1937

E-25: French Bathroom and Boudoir of the Revolutionary Period, 1793-1804, United States, c. 1937

A25: Virginia Drawing Room, 1755, United States, c. 1940

E-3: English Reception Room of the Jacobean Period, 1625-55, United States, c. 1937

E-22: French Provincial Bedroom of the Louis XV Period, 18th Century, United States, c. 1937

E-19: French Dining Room of the Louis XIV Period, 1660-1700, United States, c. 1937

E-21: French Boudoir of the Louis XV Period, 1740-60, United States, c. 1937

E-18: French Salon of the Louis XIV Period, 1660-1700, United States, c. 1937

A23: Virginia Drawing Room, 1754, United States, c. 1940

E-17: French Bedroom, Late 16th Century, United States, c. 1937

E-14: English Drawing Room of the Victorian Period, 1840-70, United States, c. 1937

A22: Virginia Dining Room, c. 1752, United States, c. 1940

A21: Virginia Parlor, 1758-87, United States, c. 1940. Creator: Narcissa Niblack Thorne
A21: Virginia Parlor, 1758-87, United States, c. 1940

E-13: English Rotunda and Library of the Regency Period, 1810-20, United States, c. 1937

E-11: English Entrance Hall of the Georgian Period, c. 1775, United States, c. 1932

A36: California Living Room, 1850-1875, United States, c. 1940

E-12: English Drawing Room of the Georgian Period, c. 1800, United States, c. 1937

E-10: English Dining Room of the Georgian Period, 1770-90, United States, c. 1937

E-20: French Library of the Louis XV Period, c. 1720, United States, c. 1937

E-9: English Drawing Room of the Georgian period, 1770-1800, United States, c. 1937

A32: Louisiana Bedroom, 1800-50, United States, c. 1940. Creator: Narcissa Niblack Thorne
A32: Louisiana Bedroom, 1800-50, United States, c. 1940

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Narcissa Niblack Thorne: A Master of Miniature Worlds Step into the enchanting world of Narcissa Niblack Thorne, a visionary artist who meticulously recreated historical interiors in miniature form. With an incredible attention to detail and a passion for preserving the essence of bygone eras, Thorne's creations transport us back in time. One such masterpiece is the Maryland Dining Room (A19), which captures the elegance and refinement of 18th-century America. The ornate furniture, delicate china, and flickering candlelight evoke a sense of grandeur that was once enjoyed by aristocratic families. In her Pennsylvania Drawing Room (A16), Thorne takes us even further back to 1761. This room exudes opulence with its richly upholstered chairs, gilded mirrors, and exquisite artwork adorning the walls. It serves as a testament to Thorne's ability to recreate historical periods with utmost authenticity. Thorne also delves into more humble settings like the Shaker Living Room (A18) from around 1800. Here simplicity reigns supreme - clean lines, minimal decoration, and functional furniture reflect the Shaker philosophy. Through this creation, Thorne showcases her versatility as an artist capable of capturing diverse aspects of American history. The Pennsylvania Kitchen (A17) stands out among her works as it holds special significance - it was created entirely by Narcissa Niblack Thorne herself. This kitchen transports us to 1752 with its rustic charm and practicality. Every utensil hanging on hooks or resting on shelves tells a story about daily life during colonial times. Moving forward in time but still within America's borders is the Pennsylvania Drawing Room (A14). Dating back to 1834-36, this room displays refined taste through its elegant furnishings and intricate wallpaper patterns. It exemplifies how societal changes influenced interior design during this period.