Join furniture historian David Jones and Paxton House’s Curator, Dr Fiona Salvesen Murrell, for a series of masterclass study days examining the internationally important Chippendale and Trotter furniture collections at Paxton House, Berwickshire.

Areas such as furniture type, technical construction, ornament, and timber finishes will be covered in detail with hands-on analysis. We will explore the new interpretation and exhibitions shortlisted for the Museums Change Lives award, and reveal discoveries made during recent research and conservation treatment.

27 September 2023: William Trotter (1772-1833)
A day immersed in the Greek Revival and ‘Scotch Empire’ style collection of rosewood furniture that populates the library and picture gallery extension built between 1812-13 for George Home of Paxton by Robert Reid, King’s Architect & Surveyor in Scotland.

The Masterclasses will run from 10am to 4.00pm. Each day will cost £95 per person, including lunch and all refreshments. Book now.

A discounted price of £270 will apply if all 3 masterclasses are booked in advance. Book now.