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The Great Hall, Hornby Castle, Yorkshire, from England's Lost Houses by Giles Worsley (1961-2006) published 2002 (b/w photo)
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The Great Hall, Hornby Castle, Yorkshire, from England's Lost Houses by Giles Worsley (1961-2006) published 2002 (b/w photo)
CLF311783 The Great Hall, Hornby Castle, Yorkshire, from England's Lost Houses by Giles Worsley (1961-2006) published 2002 (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); (add.info.: built by William, 1st Lord Conyers c.1500, and altered in 1750s, probably by James Athenian Stuart and then by John Carr; it was owned by the Dukes of Leeds from 1778; sold by the 11th Duke in 1929, and demolished in 1930;); © Country Life
Media ID 32211266
© © Country Life / Bridgeman Images
Coved Ceiling Destroyed Georgian Architecture Interior Decor Tudor House
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This print showcases the grandeur of The Great Hall, Hornby Castle in Yorkshire. Captured by an English photographer from the 20th century, this image is a part of Giles Worsley's book 'England's Lost Houses' published in 2002. The castle was originally built around 1500 by William, 1st Lord Conyers and underwent alterations in the 1750s by James 'Athenian' Stuart and later by John Carr. Once owned by the Dukes of Leeds from 1778, this magnificent stately home met a tragic fate when it was sold off in 1929 and subsequently demolished in 1930. However, its splendor lives on through photographs like these that capture its architectural beauty. The photo highlights several notable features such as the coved ceiling, Tudor house elements, pedimented doorway, and exquisite interior decor. It also showcases the influence of Georgian architecture prevalent during that era. Through this image, we are transported back to the opulent world of Hornby Castle where elegance reigned supreme. Despite its destruction over nine decades ago, this photograph serves as a testament to England's rich heritage and reminds us of what once stood proudly on those grounds.
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