The intrigue that surrounds the home of Sir John Soane is founded upon the sprawling collection of curios which Soane arranged with his distinctive eye for display.
Experiencing this 19th century home by candlelight displays Soane's artfulness in design, the drawing room was modified by installing mirrored panels onto wooden doors and placing convex mirrors up high, in order to reflect the artificial light. He also built light-wells in the ceiling which flood the room by day with natural light.
As a professor of architecture, Soane opened up the doors of his home to his students at the Royal Academy of Arts. The collection was amassed to illustrate the variety in architectural styles, in doing so, Soane created a mini tour of Europe. The architectural casts appear jewel like under the glow of candlelight, as they hang from Olive green walls. The casts were made from a variety of materials, which include plaster and stone.
On the first Tuesday of each month the museum invites the public to experience Sir John Soane's collection in candlelight, a free exhibition from 6 - 9, you may have to queue for over two hours, but its well worth the wait!
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