The family lost the ownership of the estate in 1889.
Between 1644 and 1840, ownership of the estate changed hands frequently.
"I suppose they would have been sold before you took ownership of the real estate?"
But it threw the ownership of the estate into confusion.
"They're great for those who are concerned about prices, yet want the advantages of real estate ownership," he added.
In quieter times, the ownership of the estate has changed hands on several occasions.
But he was clearly delighted to have taken on the wholly different challenge of real estate ownership.
The Salviati retained the ownership of the estate until 1682.
In 1983, Anthony Barton took over ownership and administration of the estate.
Counter claims occurred where there were disputes over the ownership of the estate or slaves.
