The Sitting Room

The early Georgian decoration makes it easy to identify this room with the work of William Adam.

Duchess May, wife of the 8th Duke, had this room refitted in 1930, including the black marble hearth from Lenygons, who were leading specialists in period rooms.

It is also apparent that the Duchess was attracted to gilt gesso furniture. The room has now been painted to create a less formal sitting room.

The recent portrait of the present Duke, by Howard Morgan, which now hangs in the recess, is in keeping with this new spirit.