Object of desire
One of the most archaeologically correct gothic revival castles built in Victorian times is Dromore Castle in Co Limerick. All its interior furnishings were designed for the third Earl of Limerick by foremost English architect and designer of the day
Three examples are known to exist. This one, with its original leather upholstery, will be offered by London dealer H Blairman at TEFAF in Maastricht next month, asking price £85,000; see blairman.co.uk or tefaf.com for more details.
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