Parquet Floor Collection

Bureau incorporating a mechanical organ by Heinrich Gambs (1765-1831), St. Petersburg, 1795-1815 (mahogany and ormolu)
BOO74565 Bureau incorporating a mechanical organ by Heinrich Gambs (1765-1831), St. Petersburg, 1795-1815 (mahogany and ormolu); 175x175x95 cm; State Hermitage Museum, St. Petersburg, Russia

Grand Salon, designed by Francois Joseph Belanger (1744-1818) (photo)
BCC124747 Grand Salon, designed by Francois Joseph Belanger (1744-1818) (photo) by Belanger, Francois-Joseph (1744-1818); Hotel Baudard de Saint-James, Place Vendome, Paris, France; Calmann & King Ltd

Bell-ringing Presentation, Lostwithiel, Cornwall. February 1992
Simon Brewer (4th from right), who has served 40 years a a bell-ringer at St Bartholomews Church, Lostwithiel, was presented with a clock-barometer by his colleagues

A Game of Chess
BON40689 A Game of Chess by Kilburne, George Goodwin (1839-1924); Private Collection; Photo eBonhams, London, UK; English, out of copyright

A Lady at her Writing Desk in a Biedermeier Sitting Room, c
CH146644 A Lady at her Writing Desk in a Biedermeier Sitting Room, c.1821 (pen and black ink and w/c on paper) by Alt, Jakob (1789-1872)

Interior of the Rotunda in the Winter Palace, 1834
BOO74393 Interior of the Rotunda in the Winter Palace, 1834 by Tukharinov, Yefim (19th century); 104x81 cm; State Hermitage Museum, St. Petersburg, Russia; (add.info.: V.A)

A large room in the residence of the Countess De Ganay, Paris
MNY381656 A large room in the residence of the Countess De Ganay, Paris, 1890-1910 (silver gelatin print) by Byron Company (fl.1890-1942); 20.3x25.4 cm; Museum of the City of New York

Interior view of the Salon Carre, north-west angle, october 1919 (b / w photo)
XIR267120 Interior view of the Salon Carre, north-west angle, october 1919 (b/w photo) by Giraudon, studio (1912-53); Louvre, Paris, France; (add.info.: musee; ); French, out of copyright

The Dining Room, Wickham Hall, Kent, 1897 (b / w photo)
BAL43947 The Dining Room, Wickham Hall, Kent, 1897 (b/w photo) by Palmer, Harold (fl.1897); Private Collection; English, out of copyright

The Marquis of Hamilton (1589-1625) (oil on canvas)
SAG186605 The Marquis of Hamilton (1589-1625) (oil on canvas) by Mytens, Daniel (1590-c.1648); Sheffield Galleries and Museums Trust, UK; (add.info.: James Hamilton)

Double manual harpsichord (wopod & ivory)
CH409891 Double manual harpsichord (wopod & ivory) by Ruckers, Jan or Joannes (1578-1642); 91.5x227 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

The Rotunda, Winter Palace, 1862 (colour litho)
BOO228325 The Rotunda, Winter Palace, 1862 (colour litho) by Hau, Eduard (1807-70); State Hermitage Museum, St. Petersburg, Russia; Russian, out of copyright

Dining Room from Ensembles Mobiliers, pub. 1937. Creator: French Photographer (20th century)
Dining Room from Ensembles Mobiliers, pub. 1937 (b/w photograph)

photography, black and white, Looking away, Full length, Smiling, Standing, Elegant
Elegant boy (8-9) standing in empty room, smiling (B&W)

Parquet floor tile

Interior of an attic (oil on canvas)
BAL351659 Interior of an attic (oil on canvas) by Russian School, (19th century); Museum of History, Moscow, Russia; Russian, out of copyright

Used childrens shoes

Boy (3-4) standing by fireplace, (B&W), portrait

Upholsterer at work

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"Stepping into Elegance: The Timeless Beauty of Parquet Floors" Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of parquet floors, where every step tells a story. From the Bell-ringing Presentation in Lostwithiel, Cornwall back in February 1992 to the intense concentration of A Game of Chess, these exquisite wooden masterpieces have witnessed countless moments throughout history. Imagine a Lady at her Writing Desk in a Biedermeier Sitting Room, surrounded by the intricate patterns and warm hues that only parquet flooring can provide. Or picture yourself strolling through the Interior of the Rotunda in the Winter Palace, transported to 1834 Russia with its grandeur and opulence underfoot. Travel further to Paris and find yourself standing in awe within A large room in the residence of Countess De Ganay. The elegance exuded by this parquet floor perfectly complements its surroundings, creating an atmosphere fit for royalty. Capture a glimpse into history as you explore an October day in 1919 through a black-and-white photograph showcasing the Interior view of Salon Carre's north-west angle. Feel like you're partaking in an extravagant feast when you enter The Dining Room at Wickham Hall, Kent captured beautifully on film back in 1897. Marvel at artistry from centuries past with The Marquis of Hamilton (1589-1625) depicted on canvas against a backdrop adorned with stunning parquet flooring. And let your fingers dance across keys while playing melodies on a Double manual harpsichord made from wood and ivory—a true testament to craftsmanship. Transported once more to Russia's Winter Palace but this time amidst vibrant colors thanks to a lithograph capturing The Rotunda's beauty circa 1862. Finally, discover timeless elegance showcased through photography as Looking away, Full length captures someone smiling elegantly while standing upon polished parquet flooring.