Maitland-Smith is pleased to announce the October 2011 market launch of a new collection, Henrietta Spencer-Churchill for Maitland-Smith. Included are almost 100 pieces of furniture, lighting, upholstery and accessory pieces. Lady Henrietta draws her inspiration from 18th century classics, yet at the same time infuses them with contemporary appeal.
This collection takes us back to our roots, as our company was started in 1979 by a London antiques dealer. Maitland-Smith is known by its exquisite artisan craftsmanship and attention to detail. Lady Henrietta's pieces have this same artistry with beautiful marquetry patterns as well as hand-carving, hand finishing and custom lost wax cast brass accents.
Henrietta Spencer-Churchill is a renown interior designer and author of several books on classic English interiors. Her father is the 11th Duke of Marlborough and her family home is Blenheim Palace in Oxfordshire.
This rich heritage steeped in history, gives her unique insight for designing beautiful, quality furnishings for the finest of homes.
Inspiration comes from my love of classic eighteenth century furniture and objects. Quality, scale and practicality were key to craftsmen then and paramount to me today. - ''the object of art is to give life a shape." (Jean Anouilh). Henrietta Spencer-Churchill.
Following is a sneak peek at just one of the pieces in her collection. My favorite is this tea table with rosewood veneered top, brass gallery, curved ebonized legs and brass rondels.
The backdrop of this photo of Lady Henrietta is the front view of the magnificent and stately Blenheim Palace.
Whether we admit to being Anglophiles or not, as we watched the fairy-tale marriage of Prince Charles to Kate Middleton in April we were caught up with the history, color and grandeur of all that is English. We can carry that fascination into our homes this Spring when the Henrietta Spencer-Churchill for Maitland-Smith collection will be available in retail stores. The quality, style and attention to detail of fine, 18th century English cabinetmakers are hallmarks of the Henrietta Spencer-Churchill for Maitland-Smith collection.
Timeless Designs Inspired by Heritage
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