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The Worshipful Society of Apothecaries of London


Apothecaries' Hall

COURT ROOM

The Court Room is carpeted, and completely panelled in oak in a style similar to that in the Great Hall.

The room is dominated by two large stained glass windows, one depicting the Society's Coat of Arms, the other the Stuart royal Arms.

Court Room showing the two stained glass windows

Court Room showing the two stained glass windows

Portraits adorn the walls and the painting which hangs over the fireplace is that of Gideon de Laune, Royal Apothecary to Queen Anne and founder of the Society. It was presented to the Society of Apothecaries in 1641.

Court Room featuring the portrait of Gideon de Laune

Court Room featuring the portrait of Gideon de Laune hanging over the fireplace
and the door to and from the first-floor landing

The dimensions of the Court Room (9.14m x 9.14m; or, 30ft x 30ft) create a convivial and intimate atmosphere which makes it very suitable for the following functions:

Functions

  • meetings
  • private luncheons
  • small dinner parties

There is a connecting door between the Court Room and the Parlour.

 

 



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