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In
his groundbreaking book, Charleston Furniture: 1700-1825,
E. Milby Burton, former director of the Charleston Museum, illustrated
a depth of commitment to proper interpretation of material culture
that went beyond mere curiosity. Furthermore, his efforts focused
on ensuring that objects of importance to the Lowcountry remained
in the area where they could be properly understood within the broader
context of the Lowcountry and its history.
In
1988, it came to the attention of John M. Rivers Jr. that significant
pieces of Charleston furniture and silver were being sold to individuals
outside of the area. Instilled with the same spirit possessed by
Mr. Burton, Mr. Rivers began his collection. Mr. Rivers, whose family
has been in Charleston continuously since 1670, felt that a private
individual should supplement the work of public museums in an effort
to preserve the rich heritage of Charleston and the surrounding
region.
The
Rivers Collection is open for private tours only. Please contact
Rivers Enterprises for more information.
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