The English Country House by Gervase Jackson-Stops

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The English Country House by Gervase Jackson-Stops

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Summary

Captures the decorative and architectural splendour of country houses all over England. Changing styles are traced and the work of architects such as Inigo Jones, Nicholas Hawksmore and Robert Adams is discussed along with the ornament contained in their creation. Originally published in 1985 by Wiedenfeld & Nicolson.

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The English Country House by Gervase Jackson-Stops

This book reveals the decorative and architectural richness to be found in the English country house. Changing styles are traced from medieval manors to Baroque constructions and the Georgian period. The work of the most influential architects from Inigo Jones to Robert Adam is discussed, and the treasures in their creations captured. Drawing on houses from all over England, including Castle Howard in Yorkshire and Stourhead in Wiltshire, the English heritage is explored.

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ISBN 13 9780297832379
ISBN 10 0297832379
Title The English Country House
Author Gervase Jackson-Stops
Condition Unavailable
Binding Type Paperback
Publisher Orion Publishing Co
Year published 1993-09-09
Number of pages 240
Cover note Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.

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