Interior Design - The Hunt Museum

Interior Design

“THERE COMES A MOMENT IN EVERYONE’S LIFE AS A DESIGNER WHEN YOU HAVE TO DECIDE WHETHER YOU WANT TO CREATE THE BEAUTIFUL OR THE MERELY FASHIONABLE. SADLY, THERE CAN BE A CONFLICT BETWEEN THE TWO.” – SYBIL

A teal fabric adorned with delicate, scattered pink, yellow, and green floral patterns. The design conveys a fresh and whimsical springtime feel.

Fabric sample, Mary's Fancy Glazed Chintz, Blue/Sybil Connolly w/Brunschwig & Fils /Textile -- Cotton/20th century /Sybil Connolly Collection/In Copyright

Fabric Samples

From the 1960s -1990s, Sybil focused more and more attention on home and garden design. She claimed there came a time when a fashion designer must decide whether to create what is fashionable or what is beautiful. Sybil was not willing to compromise her idea of beauty and make designs that were popular. However, she proved successful with interior design too. Her notable achievements include designing fabrics for Bloomingdales department store and fabrics for Brunschwig et Fils.

Patterned wallpaper with a beige background features red leaf shapes and small gold dots arranged in a grid. It conveys a calm, retro vibe.

Wallpaper, "Laurier", russet leaves with beige/Sybil Connolly w/Brunschwig & Fils /Paper/20th century /Sybil Connolly Collection/In Copyright

Elegant floral wallpaper border with red ribbon and beige leaves on a deep red background. Accented with gold trim, conveying a classic, ornate style.

Wallpaper border, "Laurier", beige leaves with russet/Sybil Connolly w/Brunschwig & Fils /Paper/20th century /Sybil Connolly Collection/In Copyright

Floral pattern with red flowers and green leaves on a beige background. Blue geometric lines add contrast. The tone is vintage and elegant.

Fabric sample, Kerry Fuchsia, Glazed Chintz Red on White/Sybil Connolly w/Brunschwig & Fils /Textile -- Cotton/20th century /Sybil Connolly Collection/In Copyright

Vintage floral fabric with large pink and beige blooms, green leaves, and butterflies. The design is intricate, evoking an elegant, classic feel.

Fabric sample, Fasanarie Glazed Chintz, White/Sybil Connolly w/Brunschwig & Fils /Textile -- Cotton/20th century /Sybil Connolly Collection/In Copyright

A teal fabric adorned with delicate, scattered pink, yellow, and green floral patterns. The design conveys a fresh and whimsical springtime feel.

Fabric sample, Mary's Fancy Glazed Chintz, Blue/Sybil Connolly w/Brunschwig & Fils /Textile -- Cotton/20th century /Sybil Connolly Collection/In Copyright

Vintage wallpaper with a floral pattern of green leaves and lily of the valley, tied with pink ribbons in a diamond lattice on a pale background.

Fabric sample, Lily of Galtee, Glazed Chintz Pink Ribbon/Sybil Connolly w/Brunschwig & Fils /Textile -- Cotton/20th century /Sybil Connolly Collection/In Copyright

Vibrant floral wallpaper with large pink and blue blooms, green leaves, and blue butterflies on a bright yellow background, evoking a cheerful, summery tone.

Fabric sample, Fasanarie Glazed Chintz, Yellow/Sybil Connolly w/Brunschwig & Fils /Textile -- Cotton/20th century /Sybil Connolly Collection/In Copyright

Floral pattern on a teal background, featuring large pink and yellow flowers with green leaves. Two orange butterflies add a lively touch.

Fabric sample, Fasanarie Glazed Chintz, Blue/Sybil Connolly w/Brunschwig & Fils /Textile -- Cotton/20th century /Sybil Connolly Collection/In Copyright

A beige background adorned with a variety of vibrant flowers, including purple, red, and pink blossoms, and delicate green leaves. Butterflies add a whimsical touch.

Fabric sample, Irish Molly Cotton Print, blue-violet on peach/Sybil Connolly w/Brunschwig & Fils /Textile -- Cotton/20th century /Sybil Connolly Collection/In Copyright

Patterned wallpaper with green leaves and small brown marks on a light beige background, creating a calm, natural, and orderly design.

Wallpaper, "Tipperary", leaf green/Sybil Connolly w/Brunschwig & Fils /Paper/20th century /Sybil Connolly Collection/In Copyright

Patterned wallpaper featuring blue leaves and small gold dots on a beige background, creating an elegant and serene design.

Wallpaper, "Laurier", blue leaves with gold/Sybil Connolly w/Brunschwig & Fils /Paper/20th century /Sybil Connolly Collection/In Copyright

Elegant floral wallpaper pattern on light beige background. Green vine lattice with delicate blue flowers and small blue dots conveys a vintage feel.

Wallpaper, "Galtee", blue/Sybil Connolly w/Brunschwig & Fils /Paper/20th century /Sybil Connolly Collection/In Copyright

Ceramics and Glassware

Sybil also found success designing a line of Tipperary crystal in 1990 that was sold exclusively in Tiffany & Co. in NYC, as well as collaborating with Celtic Weave China and Nicholas Mosse Pottery.

A white ceramic jar featuring a textured, woven pattern and a dome-shaped lid. Light casts a soft shadow, highlighting its delicate craftsmanship.

Tiffany Weave Honey Pot/Sybil Connolly/Tiffany/Ceramic -- Porcelain/20th century /Sybil Connolly Collection/In Copyright

A white ceramic plate with a textured, woven pattern on the rim is displayed on a clear stand. The background is softly lit with shadows.

Tiffany Weave Saucer/Sybil Connolly/Tiffany/Ceramic -- Porcelain/20th century /Sybil Connolly Collection/In Copyright

A white teacup and saucer set with a textured, woven pattern. The elegant design casts soft shadows, creating a refined and classic feel.

Tiffany Weave Tea-cup/Sybil Connolly/Tiffany/Ceramic -- Porcelain/20th century /Sybil Connolly Collection/In Copyright

Clear crystal bowl with diamond-pattern cut and star shapes, reflecting light. A small green sticker is visible on the side, adding elegance.

Tipperary Crystal Bowl/Sybil Connolly/Tipperary Crystal/Glass -- Lead crystal glass/20th century /Sybil Connolly Collection/In Copyright

A decorative ceramic plate on a stand features a floral pattern with blue flowers and green leaves. It has a wavy blue and green border, creating an elegant, artistic feel.

Nicholas Mosse Ceramic Bowl/Sybil Connolly/Nicholas Mosse/Ceramic -- Pottery -- Earthenware/20th century /Sybil Connolly Collection/In Copyright

Elegant crystal wine glass with intricate diamond cut patterns, reflecting light. A green sticker reads

Tipperary Crystal Brandy Glass/Sybil Connolly/Tipperary Crystal/Glass -- Lead crystal glass/20th century /Sybil Connolly Collection/In Copyright

Tall, elegant crystal champagne flute with intricate diamond-cut patterns reflecting light, set against a soft, gradient grey background.

Tipperary Crystal Champagne Glass/Sybil Connolly/Tipperary Crystal/Glass -- Lead crystal glass/20th century /Sybil Connolly Collection/In Copyright

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