92. The Arab Hall: Frederic Leighton - Traveller and Collector

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Fri, 26 June

92. The Arab Hall: Frederic Leighton – Traveller and Collector

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Melanie Gibson

You are invited to step inside ‘the most beautiful room in London’. Melanie Gibson explores the life and passions of Frederic Leighton; painter, traveller, and obsessive collector. Best known for his luminous canvases, Leighton also created a home that was itself a masterpiece: a place where art, travel, and imagination converged. At its heart lies the extraordinary ‘Arab Hall’, a shimmering space of golden light, intricate tiles, and global influences gathered from across the Middle East. Discover the stories behind these objects; how they were found, why they mattered, and what they reveal about a man captivated by beauty, culture, and craftsmanship. This is a journey into artistic ambition, cross-cultural exchange, and one of London’s most breathtaking interiors.