Although we are best known for our classical furniture we are also skilled at creating replica models of ancient classical buildings from architectural drawings. One such recent commission was for a replica of the truly impressive Temple of Poseidon (or Hera), at Paestum, by a client in Oxfordshire who is a Grand Tour collector…
Thomas Hope Carved Egyptian Figures
Recently we were asked to carve a fabulous pair of Thomas Hope Greyhounds for Buscot Park in Oxfordshire. These were a very famous model which have been missing for many years. When they were finished I was so delighted that it led me to think about another famous missing item by Thomas Hope, a Life-size pair of Egyptian figures…
Bespoke Dressing Room Island
If you have plenty of space a dressing room island, like this one we have recently completed for a country house, provides the ultimate in luxury and design. The expertise in craftsmanship is evident throughout: the whole island is covered in fine hand dyed calf hide with white gold tooling and each draw has a bespoke interior finish. The design features allow for everything from jewellery to shoes and accessories to clothing to be easily stored and organised…