HISTORY BOOKS

Sir John Soane was an avid collector of objects and paintings, many of which were displayed inside his home. The latest collection from luxury weaving house Gainsborough takes inspiration from Sir John Soane’s eclectic style and was taken in the Picture Room of the historic Sir John Soane’s Museum. ‘North Soane Drawing Room Stripe’, £190 per m, Gainsborough.

* 01787 372081; gainsborough.co.uk