Gabled Collection

Sparrowes House, or The Ancient House, Ipswich, Suffolk, is an architectural gem, built in 1567 by George Copping. It has four oriel windows and even the gabled windows have cupids Date: circa 1901

The Two Roses (oil on canvas)
THA100410 The Two Roses (oil on canvas) by Hardy, Heywood (1842-1933); 43.2x66 cm; Towneley Hall Art Gallery and Museum, Burnley, Lancashire; eTowneley Hall Art Gallery and Museum; English

The 16th century black and white gabled house, Little Moreton Hall, Cheshire, England, UK

Ragdale Old Hall, from England's Lost Houses by Giles Worsley (1961-2006) published 2002 (b/w photo)
CLF311799 Ragdale Old Hall, from England's Lost Houses by Giles Worsley (1961-2006) published 2002 (b/w photo) by English Photographer

The White Hart Inn, Scole, Norfolk in the 17th century, from A Short History
KW392532 The White Hart Inn, Scole, Norfolk in the 17th century, from A Short History of the English People by J. R. Green, published 1893 (litho) by English School

Gabled Houses and 13th c. Belfry along the canals, Bruges, Belgium

England, Suffolk, Lavenham, The Guildhall

An old Dutch house at Cape Town, South Africa, 1864. Creator: G. F. A
An old Dutch house at Cape Town, South Africa, 1864. The Dutch, who first colonised the "Land of the Hottentot" at the Cape of Good Hope

The Schleswig-Holstein Difficulty: triumphal entry of Prince Frederick... Holstein, 1864. Creator: Unknown
The Schleswig-Holstein Difficulty: triumphal entry of Prince Frederick of Augustenburg into Kiel, Holstein, 1864. The news of...[the Prince's] arrival spread like wildfire through the town

Winter in Holland: the Emperor's Canal, Amsterdam, 1864. Creator: Unknown
Winter in Holland: the Emperor's Canal, Amsterdam, 1864. Throughout its whole extent [Holland] is intersected by rivers and canals

The Church of St George, Scharding am Inn, Upper Austria, c1935. Creator: Unknown
The Church of St George, Scharding am Inn, Upper Austria, c1935. View of the town of Scharding with a fountain in the foreground, gabled houses and the church

Portrait of a Family (oil on panel)
3087046 Portrait of a Family (oil on panel) by Arentsz, Arent (1585-1635); 50x97 cm; Hallwyl Museum, Stockholm, Sweden; (add.info.: Arentsz van der Cabel); Dutch, out of copyright

Gabled Houses, Amsterdam, Netherlands

Taltsy a traditional village near by Irkutsk, Irkutsk region, Siberia, Russia

Heemstede Manor, 1766. Creator: Johannes Janson
Heemstede Manor, 1766. Castle with fence and a moat. On the left a carriage leaves via the gatehouse

A Street in Amersfoort, 1826. Creator: Johannes Jelgerhuis
A Street in Amersfoort, 1826

Street in Hamburg. Study in Architecture, 1870. Creator: Wilhelm von Hanno
Street in Hamburg. Study in Architecture, 1870

The National Telephone Office, Near the Victoria Embankment, c1900. Creator: A.E. Huitt
The National Telephone Office, Near the Victoria Embankment, London, c1900. Building on the corner of Temple Avenue, designed by Albert Nelson Bromley and built 1898-1902

"The English House" in Dantzic, 1857. Creator: Unknown. "The English House" in Dantzic, 1857
"The English House" in Dantzic, 1857. Building in Gdansk, Poland, built by Hans Kramer in 1568-1570. This is an interesting specimen of the picturesque street architecture of the ancient

View of the Langestraat, the town hall and the Grote Kerk in Alkmaar, 1824-1825. Creator: Carel Frederik Bendorp
View of the Langestraat, the town hall and the Grote Kerk in Alkmaar, 1824-1825

Terraced houses with gables, c.1783-c.1797. Creator: Johannes Huibert Prins
Terraced houses with gables, c.1783-c.1797

Facade of a gabled house, c.1783-c.1797. Creator: Johannes Huibert Prins
Facade of a gabled house, c.1783-c.1797

View of the New Church in Delft, 1742-1801. Creators: Georg Balthasar Probst, Balthasar Friedrich Leizelt
View of the New Church in Delft, 1742-1801. In the foreground on the right is the town hall on the Grote Markt

Anti-English demonstration in Rotterdam, March 2, 1781, 1781. Creator: Dirk Langendijk
Anti-English demonstration in Rotterdam, March 2, 1781, 1781. Crowds follow sailors carrying Dutch, American and French (?) flags run while a British flag is trampled. Period of Fourth Anglo-Dutch War

The Jobs-Gasthuis in Utrecht, 1745-1795. Creator: Jacobus Versteegen
The Jobs-Gasthuis in Utrecht, 1745-1795. Guesthouse

View of the canal in Hasselt, 1861. Creator: Cornelis Springer
View of the canal in Hasselt, 1861

View of the canal in Hasselt, 1863. Creator: Cornelis Springer
View of the canal in Hasselt, 1863

Landscape with a covered wagon outside farm buildings, 1637-1692. Creator: Roelant Roghman
Landscape with a covered wagon outside farm buildings, 1637-1692

Church and Markt in Bergen op Zoom, 1739. Creator: Abraham de Haen
Church and Markt in Bergen op Zoom, 1739. The Gertrudiskerk (church of St Gertrude) dates back to the 14th century

Town hall and Markt in Bergen op Zoom, 1739. Creator: Abraham de Haen
Town hall and Markt in Bergen op Zoom, 1739

View in Dordrecht, 1819-1821. Creator: Johannes Pietersz. Schoenmakers
View in Dordrecht, 1819-1821

Bridge in front of a house with a stepped gable, c.1783-c.1797. Creator: Johannes Huibert Prins
Bridge in front of a house with a stepped gable, c.1783-c.1797

Village on the Bank of a River, 1723. Creator: Joseph van Bredael
Village on the Bank of a River, 1723

The Blauwpoort in Leiden in the Winter, c.1635-c.1665. Creator: Abraham Beerstraten
The Blauwpoort in Leiden in the Winter, c.1635-c.1665

View of the Abbey of Egmond-Binnen, 1638. Creator: Claes Jacobsz van der Heck
View of the Abbey of Egmond-Binnen, 1638. Benedictine monastery in the Dutch province of North Holland

The Seven Works of Mercy, 1504. Creator: Master of Alkmaar
The Seven Works of Mercy, 1504. Pilgrims are given shelter - some wear scallop shells on their hats, the symbol of the Camino de Santiago. One of the seven Corporal Works of Mercy

The Drawbridge, 1660-1672. Creator: Jan van der Heyden
The Drawbridge, 1660-1672

Village with a Puppeteer Entertaining a Small Crowd, c.1650-c.1660. Creator: Peeter Gysels
Village with a Puppeteer Entertaining a Small Crowd, c.1650-c.1660

Travel views of Europe, between 1904 and 1938. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Travel views of Europe, between 1904 and 1938. Grote Markt, Antwerp, Belgium, with Silvius Brabo statue and fountain by Jef Lambeaux. Behind the sculpture is the In Den Vos house

Harrow School, 1862. Creator: Unknown
Harrow School, 1862. Harrow is a public school (English boarding school) for boys in Harrow on the Hill, Greater London. The uniform includes morning suits, straw boater hats, top hats and canes

Heydon Hall, from 100 Favourite Houses (b/w photo)
CLF310450 Heydon Hall, from 100 Favourite Houses (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); (add.info.: built 1580s for Henry Dynne, Auditor of the Exchequer;); © Country Life

View of the south front, Chastleton House, from The English Manor House (b/w photo)
CLF294503 View of the south front, Chastleton House, from The English Manor House (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); (add.info)

The east wing at Park Hall, from England's Lost Houses by Giles Worsley (1961-2006) published 2002 (b/w photo)
CLF311804 The east wing at Park Hall, from England's Lost Houses by Giles Worsley (1961-2006) published 2002 (b/w photo) by English Photographer

New Place, seen from the north, from The English Manor House (b/w photo)
CLF309182 New Place, seen from the north, from The English Manor House (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); (add.info.: built 1906 by Sir Edwin Lutyens (1869-1944) for Mrs A.S

The east front of Lacock Abbey, from 100 Favourite Houses (b/w photo)
CLF310461 The east front of Lacock Abbey, from 100 Favourite Houses (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); (add.info.: founded in 13th century as an Augustinian convent by Ela)

Blickling Hall, from 100 Favourite Houses (b/w photo)
CLF310449 Blickling Hall, from 100 Favourite Houses (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); (add.info.: built 1619-20 by Robert Lyminge (architect of Hatfield House)

The gatehouse range, Little Moreton Hall, from 100 Favourite Houses (b/w photo)
CLF310427 The gatehouse range, Little Moreton Hall, from 100 Favourite Houses (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); (add.info)

Little Moreton Hall, the south side, from 100 Favourite Houses (b/w photo)
CLF310426 Little Moreton Hall, the south side, from 100 Favourite Houses (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); (add.info)

The Tudor Gateway, Sissinghurst Castle, from The English Manor House (b/w photo)
CLF309902 The Tudor Gateway, Sissinghurst Castle, from The English Manor House (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); (add.info)

Madresfield Court, from 100 Favourite Houses (b/w photo)
CLF310423 Madresfield Court, from 100 Favourite Houses (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); (add.info.: ancestral home of the Earls Beauchamp; the original manor house dating)

The east front, Cothay Manor, from The English Manor House (b/w photo)
CLF294529 The east front, Cothay Manor, from The English Manor House (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); (add.info)

The courtyard, Wilsford Manor, from The English Manor House (b/w photo)
CLF309921 The courtyard, Wilsford Manor, from The English Manor House (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); (add.info)

Derwent Hall, from England's Lost Houses by Giles Worsley (1961-2006) published 2002 (b/w photo)
CLF311762 Derwent Hall, from England's Lost Houses by Giles Worsley (1961-2006) published 2002 (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); (add.info.: Derwent)

The entrance front, Hidcote Manor, from The English Manor House (b/w photo)
CLF309161 The entrance front, Hidcote Manor, from The English Manor House (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); (add.info)

Beckley Park seen from the garden, from The English Manor House (b/w photo)
CLF309152 Beckley Park seen from the garden, from The English Manor House (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); (add.info.: built c.1540 by Lord Williams of Thame;); © Country Life

Phoenician art. Cyprus. The Amathus sarcophagus with reliefs depicting a parade with chariots. Limestone. Archaic Period. 5th century B.C. It comes from a tomb at Amathus (Cyprus)

Thrumpton Hall, view of the south front, from 100 Favourite Houses (b/w photo)
CLF310431 Thrumpton Hall, view of the south front, from 100 Favourite Houses (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); (add.info)

High House, Campsea Ashe, from England's Lost Houses by Giles Worsley (1961-2006) published 2002 (b/w photo)
CLF311725 High House, Campsea Ashe, from England's Lost Houses by Giles Worsley (1961-2006) published 2002 (b/w photo) by English Photographer

The west front, Wilsford Manor, from The English Manor House (b/w photo)
CLF309920 The west front, Wilsford Manor, from The English Manor House (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); (add.info)

Agecroft Hall, the entrance front, from England's Lost Houses by Giles Worsley (1961-2006)
CLF311701 Agecroft Hall, the entrance front, from England's Lost Houses by Giles Worsley (1961-2006) published 2002 (b/w photo) by English Photographer

The west front of Nymans in 1932, from The English Manor House (b/w photo)
CLF309188 The west front of Nymans in 1932, from The English Manor House (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); (add.info)

The entrance front from the north, Mounton House, from The English Manor House (b/w photo)
CLF309178 The entrance front from the north, Mounton House, from The English Manor House (b/w photo) by English Photographer

The garden front from the south east, Mounton House, from The English Manor House (b/w photo)
CLF309176 The garden front from the south east, Mounton House, from The English Manor House (b/w photo) by English Photographer

A family walking along the terrace, Condover Hall, 1898 (b/w photo)
CLF397787 A family walking along the terrace, Condover Hall, 1898 (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); © Country Life

Marple Hill, from England's Lost Houses by Giles Worsley (1961-2006) published 2002 (b/w photo)
CLF311826 Marple Hill, from England's Lost Houses by Giles Worsley (1961-2006) published 2002 (b/w photo) by English Photographer

Barnsley House, the south front, from Country Houses of the Cotswolds (b/w photo)
CLF320637 Barnsley House, the south front, from Country Houses of the Cotswolds (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); (add.info.: built by Brereton Bourchier in late 17th century)

Doughton Manor, from Country Houses of the Cotswolds (b/w photo)
CLF320620 Doughton Manor, from Country Houses of the Cotswolds (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); (add.info.: built by Richard Talboys, completed 1641;); © Country Life

Dixton Manor, from Country Houses of the Cotswolds (b/w photo)
CLF320617 Dixton Manor, from Country Houses of the Cotswolds (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); (add.info.: mainly built in 17th century)

The south front and the chapel at Burford Priory, from Country Houses of the Cotswolds (b/w photo)
CLF320602 The south front and the chapel at Burford Priory, from Country Houses of the Cotswolds (b/w photo) by English Photographer

The north-east gable of the principal elevation, Ockwells Manor, from The English Manor House (b/w photo)
CLF294577 The north-east gable of the principal elevation, Ockwells Manor, from The English Manor House (b/w photo) by English Photographer

The Manor House, Sutton Courtenay, from The English Manor House (b/w photo)
CLF294562 The Manor House, Sutton Courtenay, from The English Manor House (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); (add.info.: medieval manor house with later additions; was in Berkshire)

Cold Ashton Manor seen through an elaborate gate, from The English Manor House (b/w photo)
CLF294534 Cold Ashton Manor seen through an elaborate gate, from The English Manor House (b/w photo) by English Photographer

The east front, Crowhurst Place, 1919, from The English Manor House (b/w photo)
CLF294516 The east front, Crowhurst Place, 1919, from The English Manor House (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); (add.info)

Easton Hall, from England's Lost Houses by Giles Worsley (1961-2006) published 2002 (b/w photo)
CLF311766 Easton Hall, from England's Lost Houses by Giles Worsley (1961-2006) published 2002 (b/w photo) by English Photographer

The entrance front of the Manor House, Sutton Courtenay, from The English Manor House (b/w photo)
CLF294560 The entrance front of the Manor House, Sutton Courtenay, from The English Manor House (b/w photo) by English Photographer

South elevation of Cold Ashton Manor, from The English Manor House (b/w photo)
CLF294536 South elevation of Cold Ashton Manor, from The English Manor House (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); (add.info.: built in the late sixteenth century;); © Country Life

The east front of Crowhurst Place while still a run-down tenant farmhouse, from The English Manor House (b/w photo)
CLF294522 The east front of Crowhurst Place while still a run-down tenant farmhouse, from The English Manor House (b/w photo) by English Photographer

Woman reading on the steps, Condover Hall, 1898 (b/w photo)
CLF397786 Woman reading on the steps, Condover Hall, 1898 (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); © Country Life

A gardener tends to the garden, Condover Hall, 1898 (b/w photo)
CLF397784 A gardener tends to the garden, Condover Hall, 1898 (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); © Country Life

Chipping Campden, from Country Houses of the Cotswolds (b/w photo)
CLF320695 Chipping Campden, from Country Houses of the Cotswolds (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); (add.info.: the almshouses were built by Sir Baptist Hicks)

Bibury Court, from Country Houses of the Cotswolds (b/w photo)
CLF320690 Bibury Court, from Country Houses of the Cotswolds (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); (add.info.: the north wing dates from the 16th century)

Muntham Court, from England's Lost Houses by Giles Worsley (1961-2006) published 2002 (b/w photo)
CLF311822 Muntham Court, from England's Lost Houses by Giles Worsley (1961-2006) published 2002 (b/w photo) by English Photographer

Fonthill House, from England's Lost Houses by Giles Worsley (1961-2006) published 2002 (b/w photo)
CLF311780 Fonthill House, from England's Lost Houses by Giles Worsley (1961-2006) published 2002 (b/w photo) by English Photographer

The west wing, Owlpen Manor, from Country Houses of the Cotswolds (b/w photo)
CLF320623 The west wing, Owlpen Manor, from Country Houses of the Cotswolds (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); (add.info)

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"Gabled: A Journey through Time and Architecture" Step into the past with a visit to Sparrowes House, also known as The Ancient House, located in Ipswich, Suffolk. This 16th-century black and white gabled house stands as a testament to the rich history of England. Travel further north to Cheshire and marvel at the picturesque Little Moreton Hall. Its intricate gables tell tales of centuries gone by, transporting you back to the 16th century. Immerse yourself in artistry with "The Two Roses, " an oil on canvas masterpiece that captures the essence houses. The artist skillfully portrays their unique charm and timeless beauty. Take a trip to Norfolk and discover The White Hart Inn from A Short History. This 17th-century gem showcases stunning gables that once welcomed weary travelers seeking respite in its cozy rooms. Cross borders into Belgium's enchanting city of Bruges, where gabled houses line the canals. These architectural wonders harmoniously blend with a majestic 13th-century belfry, creating an awe-inspiring sight for all who behold it. Continue your journey through Europe by exploring Amsterdam's famous gabled houses. These iconic structures stand proudly along its charming streets, showcasing Dutch craftsmanship at its finest. Delve deeper into England's architectural heritage with Heydon Hall captured beautifully in a black-and-white photograph from "100 Favourite Houses. " Its grandeur is enhanced by striking gables that leave visitors captivated by its splendor. Witness the majesty of Chastleton House's south front through another captivating black-and-white photo from "The English Manor House. " Gables adorn this magnificent estate, adding elegance and character to its façade. Discover Park Hall's east wing through Giles Worsley's lens in "England's Lost Houses. " Though lost to time, this photo immortalizes its grandeur featuring exquisite gables that hint at former glory.