Boudoir

The Boudoir was where breakfast would have been laid out for the Lady of the house. The early part of the morning might have been reserved for dressing and answering correspondence. For the children of the house, this time which should have been devoted to lessons.

The walls in the boudoir are covered in recreated version of a blue rose pattern from the 1820s. wallpaper was considered to be a luxury good and was taxed accordingly.

THE BOUDOIR
CHEVAL MIRROR
Cheval Mirror made by Kearneys of Henry Street, Dublin with their original label on the back side.
PAINTED CHAIR
Painted Chair, French Provincial oak, 18th century, of tub style, the robust cabriole legs have floral motifs.
BREAKFAST TABLE
Late 18th century table used for breakfast, after which the china was placed on the area underneath for a servant to clear.
WALLPAPER
Reproduced from a design which was found in Fota House, Cork. The framed piece has an Irish Excise Mark on the back.

ALSO ON THE SECOND FLOOR: