![]() Many such objects have since proved to be fakes but Mrs Greville’s chinoiserie footed salver is a rare and important exception. New research has enabled the Trust to attribute makers to most of the silver pieces for the first time. She was known to be very proud of the rare silver in her collection, which included English silver objects chased (decorated with linear patterns made with a punch and hammer) in an imitation Asian style. Her collection of art and objects is a reflection of her prestige and prominence and we’re excited to be able to tell that story in this major exhibition.” French bulldog, frosted quartz with ruby and sapphire eyes and dog tags, c.1925. Jonathan Marsh, Collections and House Manager at Polesden Lacey, said: “Margaret Greville’s guests here included royalty, politicians, international heads of state and celebrities. Among the objets d’art on display will be exquisite jeweled animals by Fabergé and Cartier, including Mrs Greville’s crowning glory, her Fabergé egg, complete with a diamond clasp fashioned in the shape of a snowflake. In the high society circles in which she moved, the giving of small, precious objets d’art was an important social ritual. Between 19 Polesden Lacey was her weekend retreat and the setting for lavish parties attended by guests including King Edward VII, Winston Churchill and bestselling author and ‘Bright Young Thing’ Beverley Nichols. ![]() It will truly mean a lot to us and help us reach a wider audience.The exhibition, Treasured Possessions: Riches of Polesden Lacey, marks 80 years since society hostess Dame Margaret Greville left her extraordinary country home to the National Trust. If you like this exhibit and what we do please don’t forget to share this and help us spread the word. I am truly grateful to my beautiful community for making what Arts To Hearts is today.
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