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antique dealer

DESIGNED TO THE MAX

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hoosing a precise label for Max Rollitt is a

furniture maker and interior designer are
all appropriate monikers for his multitude
of skills, writes Sam Yuide
From humble beginnings as an apprentice at the
Frearson & Howlett antique furniture restoration
workshop, Max went on to open his own antiques shop
Initially based in Winchester his business grew
steadily enabling a move to a large showroom in
Alresford, a decade later.
English antiques he is known for combining the very
best quality pieces with more extraordinary and
unusual textiles, ceramics, pictures, and lighting.
From this fertile creative ground, it was only natural
that he progressed into creating beautiful spaces for
others. His unique vision and instinct for colour, form
and texture integrate the beautiful qualities of the
antique in contemporary interiors that are composed
yet comfortable.
With a natural eye for the balanced proportion and

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forms of classical design, and the rich colouration
and patinations brought about by aging, Max
incorporates both academic knowledge and a creative
understanding of the aesthetics of time into the
trademark.
Recently completed projects include a London
townhouse, a Hampshire vicarage, a country estate in
the Ashdown Forest and a cottage in Cornwall.
Through his range of bespoke sofas, chairs, stools
excellent taste can be added to any room setting.
The pieces are inspired by his favourite purchases
craftsmanship.

next but the plethora of talent within his skills portfolio
guarantees a long and interesting journey of creativity
and inspiration.

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