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Woodblock print wallpaper
Wallpaper panels illustrating scenes from Les Incas, ou la Destruction de l’Empire de Perou, written by Jean Francois Marontel (1723-1799). […]
Portia pattern porcelain
This set of porcelain is one of the largest and most complete in the Rough Point collection, and was originally […]
Flower-Power pantsuit, 1972
This 1972 pantsuit designed by Givenchy is one of many fabulous pantsuits in the Doris Duke costume collection. With its […]
Day dress, 1955
Claire McCardell was a pioneer in American female sportswear design. In the 1940s, she perfected the “Pop-Over Dress”—a casual, easy-to-wear […]
Day coat, 1967
Tina Leser (1910-1986) helped revolutionize sportswear for American women and shaped the popularity and taste of a generation—as well as […]
Wingchairs in the William and Mary style
These red damask wingchairs draw your attention when you enter the Great Hall. Although they have been on display at […]
Wicker hat, ca. 1950
Doris Duke wore many pieces by Christian Dior, one of the most important couturiers of the 20th-century, Dior launched his […]
Tiffany swan centerpiece
Made by Tiffany in 1874 and exhibited at the Centennial Exposition in Philadelphia in 1876, the silver swan was a […]
The Visit of the Stadtholder Prince Frederik to the Fleet of the States General at Dordrecht
This marine scene was among the last works of art that Doris Duke added to the collection at Rough Point. […]
Tea table, ca.1770
This table has a tilt-top and is positioned as it would have been when it was not in use—with the […]
Tapestry with scenes of amorous couples
Shown here is one of a set of three tapestries bought by James B. Duke in 1923, shortly after purchasing […]
Tapestry with proclamation scene
One of a pair of early sixteenth-century Flemish tapestries purchased for Rough Point in 1923. When Doris Duke closed and […]
Tankard, ca.1730
The tankards made by Samuel Vernon’s workshop feature a heartshaped mark with a “SV” in the center. Although the mark […]
Sunburst wall clock
The Music Room is part of the Duke family addition to the home and is filled with objects reflecting many […]
Study for decorative panel with two hounds
Two paintings by French artist Oudry hang on the second floor landing at Rough Point are preparatory sketches for paintings […]
Study for decorative panel with barbet
This and a second Oudry work of the same size that also hangs on the second floor landing at Rough […]
Sleeping putto
Duquesnoy created what has become the archetypal putti figure—and it is likely that this example mimics Duquesnoy’s characteristic form and […]
Silk velvet jacket, 1947
Considered to be “the Master” of couture, and a father of contemporary dress, Balenciaga opened fashion houses in Barcelona and […]
Side chair, ca. 1770
This is one of a pair of ball and claw foot side chairs in the 18th-century Newport decorative arts collection, […]
Series of Scipio tapestries
Roman general Scipio Africanus (larger figure in gold armor at the left) was a favorite example of mercy in warfare […]
Portrait of Thomas Freeman, Jr., Esq. by Hoare
This portrait was a purchase of Doris Duke’s father from the dealer Knoedler & Co. in New York in November […]
Portrait of the Marchioness of Wellesley
This painting from the collection of James B. Duke was purchased in 1923 to hang in his home in New […]
Portrait of Raphael Franco by Gainsborough
James B. Duke purchased this portrait of Jewish gem merchant Raphael Franco at auction in London in 1910. From 1912 […]
Portrait of Nanaline Holt Inman Duke
From 1912 to 1957, this grand portrait of Doris Duke’s mother, Nanaline Holt Inman Duke (1871?-1962), hung in the library […]
Portrait of Mrs. Charlotte Denison by Hoppner
This full-length portrait was among the original furnishings, paintings, and decorative arts purchased by James B. and Nanaline Duke for […]
Portrait of Mountjoy Blount, Earl of Newport and George, Lord Goring
Doris Duke sat for this portrait in 1923 in New York, the year that Rough Point was being renovated for […]
Portrait of Lady Fitzroy, nee Mundy
Doris Duke’s parents purchased this painting by English portrait artist John Hoppner in 1923 to add to their collection of […]
Portrait of James Buchanan Duke
James Buchanan Duke (1856-1925) was the father of Doris Duke and benefactor of Duke University. The Duke fortune came from […]
Portrait of Doris Duke at 11 years old
Doris Duke sat for this portrait in 1923, the year that Rough Point was being renovated for the Duke Family […]
Portrait of Charles, Prince of Wales, later Charles II
Portrait of a young Charles, Prince of Wales (1630-1685), in court costume. This is one of two paintings by Van […]
Portrait of Charles Oldfield Bowles
Charles Oldfield Bowles (1785-1862) was the son of an amateur painter and musician Oldfield Bowles (1739-1810) of North Aston, Oxfordshire. […]
Portrait of Caroline Spencer, Fourth Duchess of Marlborough
Caroline Spencer, the Fourth Duchess of Marlborough, was a powerful woman. In this portrait— by court portrait artist Reynolds—the Duchess […]
Portrait of a young woman
This is portrait depicts an unknown woman. Although there has been some speculation as to her identity, it is likely […]
Portrait bust of Julius Caesar in bronze
The bust and the pedestal were purchased separately by Doris Duke in 1962 from the sale of the contents of […]
Portrait bust of Augustus in bronze
The bust and the pedestal were purchased separately by Doris Duke in 1962 from the sale of the contents of […]
Porringer, ca.1750
This one-handled porringer, by Newporter Jonathan Otis, has an elegant, curvaceous form that was more decorative than functional. Porringers—originally used […]
Slab table, ca.1760
The table includes ball-and-claw feet distinctive of John Goodard’s handiwork—including undercut talons and realistic-looking halluxes.
Pantsuit, ca.1965
This bold and playful ready wear pantsuit is made up of three pieces: the shirt, the pants, and tights (although […]
Pantsuit, 1968
Doris Duke was partial to pantsuits, and there are examples in the Rough Point collection from as early as the […]
Pair of wrought iron console tables with gilding
This pair of tables is in the style of later 18th-century French Louis XVI wall consoles, but they were made […]
Pair of shoes, ca. 1935
Jay Thorpe was an American luxury store that sold ready wear women’s fashion. This pair of purple and silver t-strap […]
Pair of musical automatons by John Henry Cox
This pair of whimsical mechanical pieces were made in England for export to India and China. To fit English perceptions […]
Pair of cloisonné candlesticks
The surfaces of these candlesticks resemble miniature stained glass windows. Chinese artisans perfected the art of cloisonné over centuries. Each […]
Painted and embroidered mourning picture on silk
This is an example of a work commemorating grief and was part of the mourning process. It is painting on […]
Nymph attributed to Clodion
The story goes that James Duke purchased this terracotta figure for Nanaline Duke after the birth of their daughter, Doris […]
Near Reef of Norman’s Woe
This painting was a gift from Alletta Morris McBean to Doris Duke. It is one of the few American paintings […]
Molded plaster ceiling with heroes of the ancient world
This molded plaster ceiling features elaborately shaped medallions and portrait busts of Joshua, Hector, and Alexander the Great. The ceiling […]
Louis XVI carved, gilded, and polychromed armchair stamped Falconet
Set of four Louis XVI armchairs with a square slightly arched padded back and seat upholstered in yellow silk embroidered […]
Large Cizhou baluster jar
This Cizhou jar was made by Chinese artisans, likely during the Yuan dynasty, and was a marvel of technological innovation […]
Jeune fille blonde cousant (Young blonde girl sewing)
Renoir’s painting of a young girl engaged in needlework is the preparatory study for a much larger and more finished portrait. […]
Grotto style piano stool
Revolving shell form seat on cabriole legs with hairy paw feet, commonly called a grotto stool.
George Washington mantel clock
This mantel clock by French clockmaker “Dubuc” depicts George Washington and is an example of popular objects commemorating the first […]
Famille Rose covered jars with phoenix and cranes among peonies
These decorative jars feature botanical motifs in pink hues known as famille rose — which is a French term that […]
Embroidered panel with the story of Esther
Look closely—this work of art is made up of thousands of stitches. So-called raised work or “stumpwork” were often created […]
Dutch Rococo marquetry chairs
A set of four chairs, each part ornately shaped and decoratively inlaid with foliage, urns, and flowers. Doris Duke bought […]
Dining table, 1796
This dining table is an example of the type of architectural furnishings considered to be necessary in 18th-century dining spaces. […]
Desk and bookcase
This mother-of-pearl veneered desk and bookcase is one of the first pieces of furniture that Doris bought for Rough Point. […]
Della Robbia fruit baskets
Doris Duke purchased this pair of earthenware fruit baskets, which include lizards, frogs, and insects in their decoration, in 1960. […]
Curiosity cabinet
This intricately decorated chest was originally used to display special personal treasures, such as natural history specimens, gemstones, and small […]
Covered Jar depicting a celebration of longevity by the Daoist Eight Immortals
Coveted by collectors across West Asia and the Islamic world, and later Western countries, this jar represents master artisanship and […]
Cigar storage case
The Wilke Manufacturing Company also made refrigerators around the turn of the twentieth century that were covered in porcelain tiles, […]
Carver Chair
This chair was once thought to be a 19th century reproduction of a “Pilgrim”, or early American, style, chair. The […]
Carved and Gilded Rococo Double Doors
This pair of double doors (only one set shown here) and another pair just like them originally adorned the Golden […]
Baker high chest
This high chest is a spectacular example of Newport furniture and features the inscription of Benjamin Baker on the back […]
Beauvais tapestry with the arms of France and Navarre
According to the records of the Beauvais manufactory, this tapestry was woven between September 1740 and May 1741. The design […]
20 panels of hand painted Chinese wallpaper
Chinese wallpaper was a popular luxury good made by skilled Chinese artisans for European markets beginning in the mid-18th century. […]
19th-century watercolor showing John Goddard’s house and workshop
This watercolor depicts renowned cabinetmaker John Goddard’s house in the Point neighborhood of Newport, RI. The composition includes two houses […]
12 armchairs and a settee with tapestry seats featuring Fables of La Fontaine
James and Nanaline purchased this suite of tapestry upholstered furniture from antique dealer Duveen Brothers and displayed the furniture in […]
