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Hace 5 días · Vanbrugh Castle. This is a fortress-like folly built by Sir John Vanburgh, or Vanbrugh, the architect and dramatist, for his own occupation when he was Surveyor to the Royal Naval Hospital in 1719. Sir John lived there from 1719 to 1726, as attested by a blue plaque outside.
Hace 1 día · 7 May 2024 • Share —. This Summer, three of the UK’s most enchanting stately homes – Houghton Hall in Norfolk, Castle Howard in Yorkshire, and Compton Verney in Warwickshire – host major contemporary sculpture shows. The exhibitions aim to appeal to a broader audience by pairing these homes’ grand gardens, designed by renowned ...
Hace 1 día · Grimsthorpe Castle, Park and Gardens, Bourne The majestic Grimsthorpe Castle doubles as the residence of new Bridgerton addition Lord Hawkins in season three. Surrounded by elegant gardens, historic woodland and a 50-acre lake, the house was built in the 16th century by Sir John Vanbrugh, the architect of Blenheim Palace and Castle Howard, to accommodate a visit from Henry VIII and his court.
Hace 5 días · In search of John Vanbrugh. 3 May 2024 Charles Saumarez Smith Leave a comment. On Monday 20th. May, I am giving a talk on the work of Vanbrugh and particularly his influence on later architects, in case you are interested (not sure about the drawing !):-.
Hace 1 día · From 1667 the site was occupied by Sir John Vanbrugh, best know as the designer of Blenheim Palace and Castle Howard. The current building was built in 1742. Since 1792 the property has been occupied by a firm of solicitors.
Hace 19 horas · The site has a long and rich history formerly having been occupied by the Carmelite Friary of the White Friars of Chester, established circa 1290. From 1667 the site was occupied by Sir John Vanbrugh, best know as the designer of Blenheim Palace and Castle Howard. The current building was built in 1742.
Hace 5 días · The Queen's House. The Queen's House is nowadays part of the National Maritime Museum. It was originally part of the Royal Palace of Placentia. It was meant by King James I to be the home of his consort, Anne of Denmark. Inigo Jones was the architect, and construction started in 1616. The Queen died in 1619, however, and work was stopped until ...
