Mahogany and gilt Georgian suite in the gallery and green drawing-room of Longford Castle (1910 - 1911)

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Explore the refined elegance of the Georgian era through the exquisite artwork by Edwin Foley, titled "Mahogany and Gilt Georgian Suite in the Gallery and Green Drawing-room of Longford Castle," painted between 1910 and 1911. This captivating painting details a luxurious interior, characterized by its sophisticated design and aristocratic charm.At the heart of the scene lies a stunning mahogany and gilt suite, perfectly embodying the grandeur of early 20th-century English decor. The furniture, adorned with intricate carvings and rich upholstery, includes a daybed and chairs that invite one to indulge in comfort and style. The daybed, particularly striking, showcases plush green fabric cushions and elaborate gilt woodwork that highlights the craftsmanship of the era.The room is framed with architectural elements that speak to classic Georgian symmetry and balance. Paneled walls and a patterned floor add depth and structure to the scene. Decorative urns on pedestal tables enhance the classical aesthetic, while paintings within paintings suggest a layering of cultural heritage and artistic appreciation.Adding a personal touch to the scene are several portraits and landscapes adorning the walls, hinting at the tastes and interests of the castle's inhabitants. The candlesticks, strategically placed on the tables, imply a soft glow that would enhance the room's ambiance during evening hours.This painting not only captures a moment of historical and architectural significance but also invites viewers to appreciate the meticulous details and serene beauty of Georgian interior design.

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Author and illustrator of The Book of Decorative Furniture, published in 2 volumes by T. C. & E. C. Jack in 1910-11, which featured one hundred reproductions in full colour and one thousand text illustrations. The book went through a number of editions.

Almost nothing has been published about Foley other than that he was a Fellow of the institute of designers.

He was born Edwin John Foley in Fisherton Anger, Wiltshire, c.1859, the second child and eldest son of furniture manufacturer Arthur Foley of the Fisherton Cabinet Works, Salisbury, and his wife Jane. He was at least partly educated in London,  where he lived with his uncle and aunt, Peter and Rhoda Marie Brown.

He worked as a designer for his father from at least the early 1880s, but by 1891 was living in Charlotte Street, Marylebone, with his wife Louisa Maud (nee Hayford), whom he married in 1882. They had three children, Conrad Hayford (b. 1885), Hubert Edwin (b. 1887) and Alan Victor (b. 1888).

Edwin John Foley lived at 294 Camden Road, Middlesex, and died at Cottesloe, Western Australia, on 25 April 1912.

Many more pictures by Edwin Foley can be found at the Look and Learn picture library.