ColorOurCollections: Chest, 17th century, Leighton House

Chest, 17th century

Behind the unassuming exterior of Leighton House lies a kaleidoscopic vision, with every room and surface covered with fine and decorative art from all over the world. This exquisite chest sits in the staircase hall, adapted as a seat with luxurious cushions designed and embroidered by Gertrude Jekyll (1843-1932). The piece is elaborately inlaid with ivory geometric patterns. For many years it was thought to have been made in Turkey, a marriage or ‘hope chest’ that would have been filled with handmade linens … but now we are not so sure … further research is in hand.

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ColorOurCollections: Chest, 17th century, Leighton House

Published on Aug 20, 2021

Leighton House and Sambourne House

Join us with your pencils, paints or tablet to colour some of our favourite patterns and designs to be discovered in Leighton House and Sambourne House. Behind the unassuming exterior of Leighton House lies a kaleidoscopic vision, with every room and surface covered with fine and decorative art from all over the world. This exquisite chest sits in the staircase hall, adapted as a seat with luxurious cushions designed and embroidered by Gertrude Jekyll (1843-1932). The piece is elaborately inlaid with ivory geometric patterns. For many years it was thought to have been made in Turkey, a marriage or ‘hope chest’ that would have been filled with handmade linens … but now we are not so sure … further research is in hand.

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