The King's Apartments

The King’s Apartments comprise ante-rooms, a library and the most private space of all, the King’s bedroom. Originally a wall separated the bedroom from the library with only one small door by the windows. The library side of the wall had a mirrored recess with draperies, a large sofa and possibly a throne. George would only invite very special guests to the library and decorated it with luxurious furniture and objects.

Three of these items have now returned for A Prince’s Treasure. Beneath the bookshelves are two side cabinets and between the windows is a French ebony-veneered writing desk that was probably purchased in Paris for George in c.1820. They are fitted with Japanese lacquer panels depicting landscapes, shrubs and birds.