It's true that all things (the nicer ones for sure...) need an appropriate background for the finesse to shine bright, especially if it is furniture with history and lineage. Taj Hotels recently hosted a traveling GRAND TRUNK SHOW that had exquisite pieces of antique furniture that brought back vignettes of history and nostalgia. Conducted by a Romanian architect Alexander Doleo the show was one wiff of fresh air in the city.
Restored Italian Gilded mirror console for the "parlour" |
Over a 150 years old Chinese Bridal bed |
A restored ancient oriental chest |
Antique china in almost mint condition |
Besides the Easel and Coffee table we love the miniature chair |
Yes, we have seen many copies of this classic design |
Remember the days of Dinner Wagons! Nostalgia revisited |
a peep into the collection The Show started its journey from Falaknumma Palace in Hyderabad to Delhi and then onto Mumbai. |