Mid-Twentieth Century Photograph of Raby Castle’s Private Sitting Room
Taken between the 1950’s and 1970’s, this photograph shows the interior of Raby Castle’s private sitting room. The Weeks Cabinet is believed to have been located in the alcove in the center of the photograph, in which a smaller cabinet and framed artwork can be seen displayed.
Portrait of Lady Katherine Powlett, Countess of Darlington, and Lady Amelia Powlett
This pastel-hued painting by artist Daniel Gardner depicts two small, full-length portraits of the daughters of Harry, 6th Duke of Bolton. Although not on public display, the painting is held in Raby’s collection. Lady Katherine Powlett (1766-1807), wife of Harry Vane, 1st Duke of Cleveland is shown dancing with her sister, Lady Amelia Powlett. Lady Katherine Powlett, Countess of Darlington, would go on to commission the Thomas Weeks cabinet later in her life.
Contemporary Photo of Raby Castle’s Small Drawing Room
This photograph, taken in June 2022, shows Raby Castle’s small drawing room, with the Thomas Weeks cabinet in the background. This is where the Weeks cabinet is currently on display, and has been exhibited for the past five years after being moved from its previous location in Raby’s library. The small drawing room, which is open to the public during tours of Raby Castle, would have been used for gatherings and playing music.
