Leighton House and Sambourne House

Tucked away in Holland Park, a leafy neighbourhood in West London, stand Leighton House and Sambourne House. Combining living and studio space, the houses remain largely unchanged today. They are the extraordinary legacies left by two ‘celebrities’ of the late Victorian era – Frederic Lord Leighton (1830-1896) and Edward Linley Sambourne (1844 -1910).Leighton House is the former home of leading Victorian artist, Frederic, Lord Leighton (1830-1896). It showcases an exceptional collection of 19th c. art throughout its unique interiors, including the iconic Arab Hall. A recent redevelopment has provided additional exhibition spaces, improved facilities and step-free access. New free to visit areas include the café, garden and shop, as well as new

Sambourne House is the former home of Victorian illustrator and photographer Linley Sambourne (1844 – 1910). It provides a fascinating insight into the lives of the artist and his family. Sambourne House is a surviving example of an 'aesthetic interior' or 'House Beautiful' with William Morris wallpapers, Chinese ceramics, and a wide selection of Sambourne’s own work.