Washington Winter Show 2018

above: The Great Hall. l-r: Pedestal Table, maker unknown, American, possibly Charleston, SC, 18 th century, mahogany, gift of Charles H. Drayton, Jr. and Julia S. Drayton. Dragon Teapot with matching archaeological fragments, Staffordshire, England, c. 1765- 1770. Urn Stand, maker unknown, American, possibly Charleston, SC, c. 1785-1800, mahogany with lightwood inlays, gift of Anne Drayton Nelson. Porcelain Garniture Set, Jingdezhen, China, c. 1780, purchased by Charles Drayton (1743-1820), gift of Charles H. Drayton, III. In 2018, Drayton Hall will open new facilities where its Collection will be on exhibit for the first time. Built by John Drayton (1715-1779), Drayton Hall’s design and architectural features were unlike anything seen in the colonies. Today, we know it as America’s earliest example of fully executed Palladian architecture and for its expanding Museum Collection, including many rare objects and artifacts. 3380 Ashley River Road, Charleston, SC 29414 | 843.769.2600 | draytonhall.org |