Lieut Colonel Ef Strange Collection

Porcelain Bottle in the Ku Yueh Hsuan Style. Ch Ien Long Period, 1736-1796, (1928)
Porcelain Bottle in the Ku Yueh Hsuan Style. Ch Ien Long Period (1736-1796), 1928. From Old Furniture, Volume III. edited by Lieut.-Col. E. F. Strange, C.B.E. [Old Furniture Ltd. London, 1928]

Chinese Hand-Painted Wall-Paper, 1928. From Old Furniture, Volume III. edited by Lieut.-Col. E. F. Strange, C.B.E. [Old Furniture Ltd. London, 1928]

Hepplewhite Mahogany Dining-Room Furniture, (1760-1770), 1928
Hepplewhite Mahogany Dining-Room Furniture - Set of Plumed Chairs with a 3-Piece Dining Table, about 1760-1770. 1928. From Old Furniture, Volume III. edited by Lieut.-Col. E. F. Strange, C.B.E

The Venetian Ambassadors Rom at Knole. The Bedstead Made for James I, The Chair and Stools of the Pediod of Charles II, All with Green Velvet Upholstery, 1928. From Old Furniture, Volume III

The Kings Bedroom at Knole. Bedstead Made for James I, 1928
The Kings Bedroom at Knole. With Bedstead Made for James I and Chair and Stools of a Later Period, 1928. From Old Furniture, Volume III. edited by Lieut.-Col. E. F. Strange, C.B.E

A Corner of the Leicester Gallery, Knole. With Portrait of James I, 1928
A Corner of the Leicester Gallery, Knole. With Portrait of James I by Mytens and the Chair in Which He Was Painted, 1928. From Old Furniture, Volume III. edited by Lieut.-Col. E. F. Strange, C.B.E

Chimney-Piece at Audley End, 1927. From Old Furniture, Volume I. edited by Lieut.-Col. E. F. Strange, C.B.E. [Old Furniture Ltd. London, 1927]

Chimney-Piece in the King William Drawing room, Castle Ashby, 1927. From Old Furniture, Volume I. edited by Lieut.-Col. E. F. Strange, C.B.E. [Old Furniture Ltd. London, 1927]

Panelled Room from the Old Palace, Bromley-By-Bow, 1927. From Old Furniture, Volume I. edited by Lieut.-Col. E. F. Strange, C.B.E. [Old Furniture Ltd. London, 1927]

The State Bedstead, by Georges Jacob, 1927. From Old Furniture, Volume I. edited by Lieut.-Col. E. F. Strange, C.B.E. [Old Furniture Ltd. London, 1927]

Chimney-Piece in the Dining Room, Haddon Hall, Derbyshire, 1927. From Old Furniture, Volume I. edited by Lieut.-Col. E. F. Strange, C.B.E. [Old Furniture Ltd. London, 1927]

Chimney-Piece in the Great Hall, Castle Ashby, Northampton, 1927. From Old Furniture, Volume I. edited by Lieut.-Col. E. F. Strange, C.B.E. [Old Furniture Ltd. London, 1927]

Chimney-Piece at Tattershall Castle, Lincolnshire, 1927. From Old Furniture, Volume I. edited by Lieut.-Col. E. F. Strange, C.B.E. [Old Furniture Ltd. London, 1927]

Portrait of Charles II, c1660-1685, (1928). Artist: William Sherwin
Portrait of Charles II, c1660-1685, (1928). From Old Furniture, Volume IV. edited by Lieut.-Col. E. F. Strange, C.B.E. [Old Furniture Ltd. London, 1928]

Chippendale Mahogany Arm-Chair with Needlework Upholstery, mid 18th century, (1928). From Old Furniture, Volume IV. edited by Lieut.-Col. E. F. Strange, C.B.E. [Old Furniture Ltd. London, 1928]

Chinese Chippendale Elbow-Chair with Seat in Contemporary Needlework, mid 18th century, (1928)
Chinese Chippendale Elbow-Chair (One of a Pair), with Seat in Contemporary Needlework, 1928. From Old Furniture, Volume IV. edited by Lieut.-Col. E. F. Strange, C.B.E. [Old Furniture Ltd

Chinese Wine-Jar. Ming Period, 1368-1644, (1928). From Old Furniture, Volume IV. edited by Lieut.-Col. E. F. Strange, C.B.E. [Old Furniture Ltd. London, 1928]

Chinese Club-Shaped Vase. K Ang Hsi Period, 1661-1722, (1928)
Chinese Club-Shaped Vase. Decorated in Polychrome Enamel. K Ang Hsi Period, 1661-1722, (1928). From Old Furniture, Volume IV. edited by Lieut.-Col. E. F. Strange, C.B.E. [Old Furniture Ltd

Vase of Carved Red Lacquer on Olive Green Ground with Stand of Flat Lacquer, 1928. From Old Furniture, Volume III. edited by Lieut.-Col. E. F. Strange, C.B.E. [Old Furniture Ltd. London, 1928]

State Bed, English, c. 1708, 1928
State Bed, English, c.1708, 1928. From Old Furniture, Volume III. edited by Lieut.-Col. E. F. Strange, C.B.E. [Old Furniture Ltd. London, 1928]

Fire-Place in the Banqueting Hall, Castle Hedingham, Essex (12th Cent. ), 1927
Fire-Place in the Banqueting Hall, Castle Hedingham, Essex (12th Cent.), 1927. From Old Furniture, Volume I. edited by Lieut.-Col. E. F. Strange, C.B.E. [Old Furniture Ltd. London, 1927]

View Looking Inwards of Samuel Pepyss Library in York Building, 1928
View Looking Inwards of Samuel Pepyss Library in York Building. From a Contemporary Drawing in the Catalogue in the Pepys Library, Magdalene College, Cambridge, 1928. From Old Furniture, Volume III

View Towards the Thames in Samuel Pepyss Library, York Buildings, 1928
View Looking Towards the Thames of the Library in Samuel Pepyss Library in York Buildings from a Contemporary Drawing in the Catalogue in the Pepys Library, Magdalene College, Cambridge, 1928

The Pepys Library, Magdalene College, Cambridge, 1928. From Old Furniture, Volume III. edited by Lieut.-Col. E. F. Strange, C.B.E. [Old Furniture Ltd. London, 1928]

Interior, Palazzo Davanzati, 1928. From Old Furniture, Volume III. edited by Lieut.-Col. E. F. Strange, C.B.E. [Old Furniture Ltd. London, 1928]

Woollen Rug. Northern China, 1927. From Old Furniture, Volume I. edited by Lieut.-Col. E. F. Strange, C.B.E. [Old Furniture Ltd. London, 1927]

The White Drawing Room, Windsor Castle, 1927. From Old Furniture, Volume I. edited by Lieut.-Col. E. F. Strange, C.B.E. [Old Furniture Ltd. London, 1927]

The Van Dyck Room, Windsor Castle, 1927. From Old Furniture, Volume I. edited by Lieut.-Col. E. F. Strange, C.B.E. [Old Furniture Ltd. London, 1927]

Queen Marys Chair in Winchester Cathedral. A. D. 1554. 1928
Queen Marys Chair in Winchester Cathedral. A.D. 1554. 1928. This leather and wooden chair was used during the lavish wedding ceremony of Queen Mary I

Chinese Porcelain Dish, Famille Verte. Period of K Ang Hsi, 1662-1722, (1928). From Old Furniture, Volume IV. edited by Lieut.-Col. E. F. Strange, C.B.E. [Old Furniture Ltd. London, 1928]

Chinese Porcelain Bowl. Famille Verte. Period of K Ang Hsi, 1662-1722, (1928). From Old Furniture, Volume IV. edited by Lieut.-Col. E. F. Strange, C.B.E. [Old Furniture Ltd. London, 1928]

Chinese Porcelain Ewer with Five-Colour Decoration. Period of Wan Li, 1573-1619, (1928). From Old Furniture, Volume IV. edited by Lieut.-Col. E. F. Strange, C.B.E. [Old Furniture Ltd. London, 1928]

Armenian Kouba Carpet (portion), c19th century, (1928)
Armenian Kouba Carpet (portion), 1928. From Old Furniture, Volume IV. edited by Lieut.-Col. E. F. Strange, C.B.E. [Old Furniture Ltd. London, 1928]

Hispano-Moresque Lustre Dish with Blue Fish-Scale Border. 15th Century, 1928
Hispano-Moresque Lustre Dish with Blue Fish-Scale Border. 15th Century, (1928). From Old Furniture, Volume III. edited by Lieut.-Col. E. F. Strange, C.B.E. [Old Furniture Ltd. London, 1928]

Clavecin, by Pascal Taskin, Paris, 1786, (1927). Artist: Pascal Taskin
Clavecin, by Pascal Taskin, Paris, 1786, 1927. From Old Furniture, Volume I. edited by Lieut.-Col. E. F. Strange, C.B.E. [Old Furniture Ltd. London, 1927]

Harpsichord, by Andries Ruckers. Decorated with Vernis Martin in the 18th Century, (1927)
Harpsichord, by Andries Ruckers. Decorated with Vernis Martin in the 18th Century, 1927. From Old Furniture, Volume I. edited by Lieut.-Col. E. F. Strange, C.B.E. [Old Furniture Ltd. London, 1927]

A Fifteenth-Century Florentine Cassone, (1927)
A Fifteenth-Century Florentine Cassone, 1927. From Old Furniture, Volume I. edited by Lieut.-Col. E. F. Strange, C.B.E. [Old Furniture Ltd. London, 1927]

Woodcut by Jost Amman (1539-1591), (1927). Artist: Jost Amman
Woodcut by Jost Amman (1539-1591), 1927. From Old Furniture, Volume I. edited by Lieut.-Col. E. F. Strange, C.B.E. [Old Furniture Ltd. London, 1927]

Panelled Room, date about 1740, with Furniture Mostly of the Queen Anne Period, 1927. From Old Furniture, Volume I. edited by Lieut.-Col. E. F. Strange, C.B.E. [Old Furniture Ltd. London, 1927]

Room at Boughton House, with Chimney-Piece of the Early 18th Century, 1927. From Old Furniture, Volume I. edited by Lieut.-Col. E. F. Strange, C.B.E. [Old Furniture Ltd. London, 1927]

Chimney-Piece in the Red Drawing Room, Raynham Hall, Norfolk, 1927. From Old Furniture, Volume I. edited by Lieut.-Col. E. F. Strange, C.B.E. [Old Furniture Ltd. London, 1927]

Chinese Porcelain Bottle in Enamel Famille Verte. Period of K Ang His, 1662-1722, (1928)
Chinese Porcelain Bottle. Painted in Enamel Colours of the Famille Verte. Period of K Ang Hsi, 1662-1722, (1928). From Old Furniture, Volume IV. edited by Lieut.-Col. E. F. Strange, C.B.E

Chinese Enamel-Painted Porcelain Bowl. Chia Ching Period, 1522-1566, (1928. )
Chinese Enamel-Painted Porcelain Bowl. Chia Ching Period (1522-1566), 1928. From Old Furniture, Volume IV. edited by Lieut.-Col. E. F. Strange, C.B.E. [Old Furniture Ltd. London, 1928]

Portrait of Charles I, c1620-1649, (1928). Artist: John Faber the Elder
Portrait of Charles I, c1620-1649, (1928). From Old Furniture, Volume IV. edited by Lieut.-Col. E. F. Strange, C.B.E. [Old Furniture Ltd. London, 1928]

Sultanabad Bowl. 13th or 14th Century, (1928)
Sultanabad Bowl. 13th or 14th Century. Diameter, 11 3/8 In, 1928. From Old Furniture, Volume IV. edited by Lieut.-Col. E. F. Strange, C.B.E. [Old Furniture Ltd. London, 1928]

Three-Tier Chandelier for 20 Lights c. 1770, 1928
Three-Tier Chandelier for 20 Lights c.1770, 1928. From Old Furniture, Volume IV. edited by Lieut.-Col. E. F. Strange, C.B.E. [Old Furniture Ltd. London, 1928]

Henry Laurens, c1758-1770, (1928). Artist: Valentine Green
Henry Laurens, c1758-1770, (1928). From Old Furniture, Volume IV. edited by Lieut.-Col. E. F. Strange, C.B.E. [Old Furniture Ltd. London, 1928]

A Garden Scene - Petit-Point Picture of the Period of Charles I, early 17th century, (1928). From Old Furniture, Volume III. edited by Lieut.-Col. E. F. Strange, C.B.E. [Old Furniture Ltd

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Lieutenant Colonel EF Strange was a man of refined taste and an avid collector of exquisite antiques. His passion for art and history led him to acquire some truly remarkable pieces, each with its own unique story. One such treasure in his collection was a delicate Porcelain Bottle in the Ku Yueh Hsuan Style from the Chien Long Period (1736-1796). Its intricate design and flawless craftsmanship spoke volumes about Lieutenant Colonel Strange's discerning eye for beauty. Another noteworthy item that adorned his walls was a stunning Chinese Hand-Painted Wallpaper from 1928. This masterpiece added an air of elegance and sophistication to any room it graced, showcasing Lieutenant Colonel Strange's appreciation for traditional Asian art forms. When it came to furnishing his dining room, Lieutenant Colonel Strange opted for Hepplewhite Mahogany furniture dating back to 1760-1770. These timeless pieces not only provided comfort but also showcased his love for classic English craftsmanship. Moving on to Knole, one could find The Venetian Ambassadors Room where Lieutenant Colonel Strange proudly displayed a bedstead made specifically for James I. This historical artifact served as a reminder of the rich heritage he cherished and preserved through his collection. The Kings Bedroom at Knole featured yet another bedstead commissioned by James I himself. By acquiring this piece in 1928, Lieutenant Colonel Strange ensured that history remained alive within the confines of his home. Within the Leicester Gallery at Knole hung a portrait of James I alongside other magnificent artworks. It was here that Lieutenant Colonel Strange created an immersive experience, allowing visitors to step into the past while admiring these masterpieces from different eras. Not limited to Knole alone, Lieutenant Colonel Strange's collection extended far beyond its walls. From Audley End's Chimney-Piece to Castle Ashby's King William Drawing Room Chimney-Piece, every detail had been meticulously chosen by him – preserving architectural marvels for future generations to appreciate.