My third annual exhibition, which took place at my Oast House base in Kent between the 6th and 10th of October 2007, marked the beginning of exciting new ventures. In addition to my regular show of antique oriental rugs and carpets, I held two distinct art exhibitions.
The first featured the work of a group of young, emerging artists from both Kent and London whose work I find fresh and exciting. Ranging from large, bold abstracts to smaller prints, drawings and photographs, I showed work to appeal to both the established collector and budding art buyer. A few of the highlights can be seen on this page..
I also exhibited a collection of (mainly British) 20th century pictures, the product of the judicious buying, over a number of years, of a well-known expert in the field.
In addition, my sister, Eliza Lumley, who has a growing reputation as a jazz singer, and has had lead roles in several West End musicals, will be organised a concert on the 7th October which took place amongst the pictures and rugs. She was joined by a friend of hers, Hal Cazalet, who is a well-known classical tenor who performs regularly at prestigious venues such as Glyndebourne. See Eliza's website for news of further gigs and her new album "She Talks in Maths" www.elizalumley.com
Future exhibitions, and probably a concert too, are planned for early October 2008....watch this space!
Joshua Lumley at Olympia
Our exhibition stand at The Hali Fair 2006.
The Hali Fair last June was a great success, and I look forward to exhibiting again next year.
'My
inaugural exhibition on the 8th and 9th October was a great success.
Large numbers of private buyers, collectors and dealers attended
the opening party and the response was enthusiastic and encouraging.
Many rugs were sold to both new and established clients, and I
will definitely be holding a similiar event next year.
Watch this space!"
The Textile Conservancy
Since 1998, The Textile Conservancy has provided a comprehensive conservation service for the preservation of textiles that have been damaged as a result of wear, long-term display, accident or poor storage.
For a wide range of objects, from large scale tapestries and rugs to small costume accessories, the company undertakes cleaning and repair, mounting for display or exhibition, as well as collection surveys and advice on preventive conservation.
From beginner's guides to expert opinions and debate visit www.spongobongo.com
- Oriental rugs and oriental carpets Notes by Barry O'Connell
The
world leader in art and antiques publications, HALI (the name means
carpet in Turkish) is the glue that holds the international rug
and textile art market together.
HALI covers the textile arts of all cultures and periods in an
eclectic mixture of articles which range from sumptuously illustrated
original scholarly features to lively, provocative reviews of exhibitions
and books.
HALIDEN ORIENTAL CARPETS is situated
in the beautiful West country city of Bath and is run jointly by
Craig Bale and Andrew Lloyd.
They offer a comprehensive range of old and antique rugs, carpets
and trappings ranging in price from £50 to £10,000.
They can also offer a full restoration, conservation and cleaning
service.
'My
inaugural exhibition on the 8th and 9th October was a great success.
Large numbers of private buyers, collectors and dealers attended
the opening party and the response was enthusiastic and 
encouraging. 
The Textile Conservancy
Since 1998, The Textile Conservancy has provided a comprehensive conservation service for the preservation of textiles that have been damaged as a result of wear, long-term display, accident or poor storage.
The
world leader in art and antiques publications, HALI (the name means
carpet in Turkish) is the glue that holds the international rug
and textile art market together.