Hewetson Collection

The First Motor-Car in England, c. 1894
Illustration showing Harry Hewetson driving his 3hp Benz motorcar, reputedly the first driven in England, with a boy waving a (tiny) red flag in front of him, c.1894

Modernist House Interior, Downshire Hill, Hampstead
Some photographs of a modernist house interior, at Downshire Hill, Hampstead, designed in 1936 by architects Michael John Hewetson Bunney and Charlotte Bunney

Modernist House, Downshire Hill, Hampstead
A pair of photographs showing the doorway and exterior view of a modernist house at Downshire Hill, Hampstead, designed in 1936 by architects Michael John Hewetson Bunney and Charlotte Bunney

Mount Edgcumbe, Cornwall, seat of the Richard Edgcumbe, 1825 (engraving)
5913007 Mount Edgcumbe, Cornwall, seat of the Richard Edgcumbe, 1825 (engraving) by British School, (19th century); (add.info.: Worthy House, Winchester, the seat of Admiral Sir Charles Ogle)

The Vine, Basingstoke, the seat of William John Chute. House reformed by Chaloner Chute from designs by Webb, Inigo Jones son in law

Hewetsons Furniture advertisement 1900
Advertisement for a sale at Hewetsons Furniture on Tottenham Court Road, London, the first and only for over 70 years. Date: 1900

An advertising page in the Ladys Pictorial magazine of Christmas 1891. Adverts for furniture by Hewetson, Milner & Thexton and by Maple & Co

Bust of Pope Clement XIV. Artist: Christopher Hewetson
Bust of Pope Clement XIV (1705-1774). He was involved in the suppression of the Jesuits, and knighted the young Mozart. From the V&As Collection

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"Hewetson: A Legacy of Elegance and Innovation" Step into the world of Hewetson, a name synonymous with timeless elegance and innovative design. From the very first motor-car in England, circa 1894, to modernist houses that redefine architectural boundaries, it has left an indelible mark on history. Imagine strolling through the interior of a modernist house in Downshire Hill, Hampstead. Every corner exudes sophistication and avant-garde style. The clean lines and minimalist aesthetic create a harmonious space where form meets function seamlessly. But it doesn't stop there; Hewetson's influence extends beyond London's bustling streets. Journey to Orchard Cottage on the picturesque Isle of Wight, once the seat of Sir Willoughby Gordo in 1825. This enchanting engraving transports you back to a bygone era where opulence reigned supreme. Mount Edgcumbe in Cornwall is another testament to Hewetson's grandeur. As you gaze upon this majestic estate captured in an exquisite engraving from 1825, you can almost feel its rich history come alive before your eyes. Avington House in Winchester stands as a symbol of aristocratic splendor under the ownership of none other than the Duke himself. Its regal charm enchants all who enter its hallowed halls. The Vine at Basingstoke tells yet another tale - one belonging to William John Chute and his impeccable taste for luxury living. This seat radiates refinement and offers glimpses into an era when fine craftsmanship was revered above all else. Stratton Park completes our journey through Hewetson's legacy - Sir Thomas Baring's residence nestled amidst Winchester's idyllic landscapes. Here, beauty intertwines with nature effortlessly as if they were always meant to coexist. Even advertisements bear witness to Hewetson's prominence.