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Marks Hall, from England's Lost Houses by Giles Worsley (1961-2006) published 2002 (b/w photo)
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Marks Hall, from England's Lost Houses by Giles Worsley (1961-2006) published 2002 (b/w photo)
CLF311829 Marks Hall, from England's Lost Houses by Giles Worsley (1961-2006) published 2002 (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); (add.info.: built after 1605 for the Honeywood family; General Philip Honeywood added a third storey and refaced the house c.1760 in Gothic Revival style; occupied by 8th United States Army Air Force and the RAF in Second World War; demolished in 1950;); © Country Life
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This photograph captures the grandeur of Marks Hall, a lost English house that once stood proudly in all its gothic revival glory. The image is taken from Giles Worsley's book "England's Lost Houses" published in 2002, showcasing the beauty and history of these vanished architectural gems. Built after 1605 for the Honeywood family, Marks Hall underwent significant alterations over the years. General Philip Honeywood added a third storey and transformed its facade into a stunning example of Gothic Revival style around 1760. This transformation gave the house an air of mystery and elegance. During World War II, Marks Hall served as a base for both the 8th United States Army Air Force and the RAF. However, despite its historical significance, this magnificent country house met an unfortunate fate when it was demolished in 1950. The photograph showcases the intricate details of its crenellated exterior with hints of Jacobean architecture still visible amidst Victorian Gothic influences. It serves as a poignant reminder of what once was—a stately home that held stories within its walls. Captured by an anonymous English photographer from Bridgeman Images' collection, this print offers viewers a glimpse into England's architectural past. With every line and shadow captured through mzphoto's lens, we are transported back to seventeenth-century England—a time when grand houses like Marks Hall dotted the countryside—leaving us longing for their preservation today.
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