Jacobean Architecture Collection

The State Drawing Room, Bramshill, Hampshire, from The English Country House (b/w photo)
CLF306247 The State Drawing Room, Bramshill, Hampshire, from The English Country House (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); (add.info.: built by Edward Zouche)

The great bay window of the hall, Stanway, Gloucestershire, from 100 Favourite Houses (b/w photo)
CLF310417 The great bay window of the hall, Stanway, Gloucestershire, from 100 Favourite Houses (b/w photo) by English Photographer

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 Great Hall looking towards the screens passage, Chastleton House, Oxfordshire, 1902
CLF294504 The Great Hall looking towards the screens passage, Chastleton House, Oxfordshire, 1902, from The English Manor House (b/w photo) by English Photographer

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 west sitting room of the Treasurer's House, York, in 1922, from The English Manor House (b/w photo)
CLF309911 The west sitting room of the Treasurer's House, York, in 1922, from The English Manor House (b/w photo) by English Photographer

The Drawing Room or Great Chamber, Chastleton House, Oxfordshire, 1902, from The English Manor House (b/w photo)
CLF294502 The Drawing Room or Great Chamber, Chastleton House, Oxfordshire, 1902, from The English Manor House (b/w photo) by English Photographer

The eastern side of the house, seen from the box garden, Chastleton House, from The English Manor House (b/w photo)
CLF294501 The eastern side of the house, seen from the box garden, Chastleton House, from The English Manor House (b/w photo) by English Photographer

The entrance loggia, Bramshill, from The English Country House (b/w photo)
CLF306245 The entrance loggia, Bramshill, from The English Country House (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); (add.info.: built by Edward Zouche)

The Great Hall of the Treasurer's House, York, in 1906, from The English Manor House (b/w photo)
CLF309914 The Great Hall of the Treasurer's House, York, in 1906, from The English Manor House (b/w photo) by English Photographer

The stencilled entrance hall of the Treasurer's House, York, from The English Manor House (b/w photo)
CLF309909 The stencilled entrance hall of the Treasurer's House, York, from The English Manor House (b/w photo) by English Photographer

The Drawing Room of the Treasurer's House, York, from The English Manor House (b/w photo)
CLF309908 The Drawing Room of the Treasurer's House, York, from The English Manor House (b/w photo) by English Photographer

The Staircase, Thrumpton Hall, Nottinghamshire, from 100 Favourite Houses (b/w photo)
CLF310432 The Staircase, Thrumpton Hall, Nottinghamshire, from 100 Favourite Houses (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); (add.info)

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 Dining Room of the Treasurer's House, York, from The English Manor House (b/w photo)
CLF309913 The Dining Room of the Treasurer's House, York, from The English Manor House (b/w photo) by English Photographer

The staircase at the Treasurer's House, York, from The English Manor House (b/w photo)
CLF309910 The staircase at the Treasurer's House, York, from The English Manor House (b/w photo) by English Photographer

Chastleton House, from Country Houses of the Cotswolds (b/w photo)
CLF320681 Chastleton House, from Country Houses of the Cotswolds (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); (add.info.: built by Walter Jones, a rich wool merchange from Witney)

The basement at Lulworth Castle, Dorset, from England's Lost Houses by Giles Worsley (1961-2006)
CLF311832 The basement at Lulworth Castle, Dorset, from England's Lost Houses by Giles Worsley (1961-2006) published 2002 (b/w photo) by English Photographer

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)

Morning light streaming through the windows at the head of the stairs, Bramshill, Hampshire
CLF306246 Morning light streaming through the windows at the head of the stairs, Bramshill, Hampshire, from The English Country House (b/w photo) by English Photographer

Cranborne Manor, from The English Manor House (b/w photo)
CLF294527 Cranborne Manor, from The English Manor House (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); (add.info.: originally one of King John's hunting lodges)

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)

The kitchen at Lulworth Castle, Dorset, from England's Lost Houses by Giles Worsley (1961-2006)
CLF311831 The kitchen at Lulworth Castle, Dorset, from England's Lost Houses by Giles Worsley (1961-2006) published 2002 (b/w photo) by English Photographer

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

Alderley Grange, from Country Houses of the Cotswolds (b/w photo)
CLF320636 Alderley Grange, from Country Houses of the Cotswolds (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); (add.info)

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)

The Princess of Wales Bedroom, Treasurer's House, York, from The English Manor House (b/w photo)
CLF309912 The Princess of Wales Bedroom, Treasurer's House, York, from The English Manor House (b/w photo) by English Photographer

The stone hall and screens at Marks Hall, Essex, from England's Lost Houses by Giles Worsley (1961-2006)
CLF311827 The stone hall and screens at Marks Hall, Essex, from England's Lost Houses by Giles Worsley (1961-2006) published 2002 (b/w photo) by English Photographer

The south front, Owlpen Manor, from Country Houses of the Cotswolds (b/w photo)
CLF320668 The south front, Owlpen Manor, from Country Houses of the Cotswolds (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); (add.info)

South loggia on the Troco Terrace, Bramshill, from The English Country House (b/w photo)
CLF306248 South loggia on the Troco Terrace, Bramshill, from The English Country House (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); (add.info.: built by Edward Zouche)

The south front, Bramshill, from The English Country House (b/w photo)
CLF306244 The south front, Bramshill, from The English Country House (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); (add.info.: built by Edward Zouche)

The market hall, Chipping Campden, from Country Houses of the Cotswolds (b/w photo)
CLF320671 The market hall, Chipping Campden, from Country Houses of the Cotswolds (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); (add.info)

The great hall, Stanway House, Gloucestershire, from Country Houses of the Cotswolds (b/w photo) (see also 310417)
CLF320661 The great hall, Stanway House, Gloucestershire, from Country Houses of the Cotswolds (b/w photo) (see also 310417) by English Photographer

Treasurer's House, York, from 100 Favourite Houses (b/w photo) (see 309907)
CLF310408 Treasurer's House, York, from 100 Favourite Houses (b/w photo) (see 309907) by English Photographer, (20th century); (add.info)

Easton Lodge, from England's Lost Houses by Giles Worsley (1961-2006) published 2002 (b/w photo)
CLF311719 Easton Lodge, from England's Lost Houses by Giles Worsley (1961-2006) published 2002 (b/w photo) by English Photographer

The doorway from the Drawing Room nito the Restoration Chamber at the Treasurer's House, York
CLF309915 The doorway from the Drawing Room nito the Restoration Chamber at the Treasurer's House, York, from The English Manor House (b/w photo) by English Photographer

The garden front, Treasurer's House, York, in 1922, from The English Manor House (b/w photo)
CLF309907 The garden front, Treasurer's House, York, in 1922, from The English Manor House (b/w photo) by English Photographer

Stanway House, from Country Houses of the Cotswolds (b/w photo)
CLF320634 Stanway House, from Country Houses of the Cotswolds (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); (add.info)

Owlpen Manor, view of the Jacobean west wing from the loggia below the gazebo
CLF320622 Owlpen Manor, view of the Jacobean west wing from the loggia below the gazebo, from Country Houses of the Cotswolds (b/w photo) by English Photographer

The north front, Cranborne Manor, from The English Manor House (b/w photo)
CLF294526 The north front, Cranborne Manor, from The English Manor House (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); (add.info.: originally one of King John's hunting lodges)

Stanton Court, from Country Houses of the Cotswolds (b/w photo)
CLF320684 Stanton Court, from Country Houses of the Cotswolds (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); (add.info)

The view into the state rooms, Bramshill, Hampshire, from The English Country House (b/w photo)
CLF306242 The view into the state rooms, Bramshill, Hampshire, from The English Country House (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); (add.info.: built by Edward Zouche)

The Great Hall, Treasurer's House, York, from 100 Favourite Houses (b/w photo) (see also 309914)
CLF310407 The Great Hall, Treasurer's House, York, from 100 Favourite Houses (b/w photo) (see also 309914) by English Photographer

The long south front, Stanway House, from Country Houses of the Cotswolds (b/w photo)
CLF320630 The long south front, Stanway House, from Country Houses of the Cotswolds (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); (add.info)

The screens at Marks Hall, Essex, from England's Lost Houses by Giles Worsley (1961-2006) published 2002 (b/w photo)
CLF311828 The screens at Marks Hall, Essex, from England's Lost Houses by Giles Worsley (1961-2006) published 2002 (b/w photo) by English Photographer

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Jacobean architecture is a captivating blend of grandeur and intricate details, as seen in these stunning black and white photographs. The great bay window of the hall at Stanway, Gloucestershire, stands tall and proud, inviting natural light to flood into the space. Chastleton House's south front offers a picturesque view that showcases the elegance and symmetry typical of this architectural style. Step inside Chastleton House's Great Hall, where one can almost imagine the echoes of history reverberating through its walls. The screens passage beckons visitors to explore further into this magnificent estate. Meanwhile, Blickling Hall captures attention with its imposing presence amidst lush surroundings. The Treasurer's House in York reveals an exquisite west sitting room from 1922; it exudes sophistication with every carefully chosen piece of furniture. In contrast, the Drawing Room or Great Chamber at Chastleton House transports us back to 1902 with its timeless beauty. Venturing outside Chastleton House brings us to the eastern side of the house seen from the box garden—a sight that evokes tranquility and serenity. Bramshill enchants viewers with its entrance loggia—an architectural feature that adds both charm and functionality. Returning indoors to York's Treasurer's House unveils more wonders: The Great Hall impresses with its vastness while maintaining an air of intimacy. The stencilled entrance hall captivates guests before they even step foot inside any other room within this remarkable residence. Finally, we find ourselves in awe once again as we enter the Drawing Room—the epitome of refinement—in York’s Treasurer’s House. Concluding our journey through Jacobean architecture is Thrumpton Hall's majestic staircase—its intricately carved banisters serving as a testament to craftsmanship during this era. These photographs offer glimpses into a world where opulence meets artistry—a world shaped by Jacobean architecture that continues to inspire admiration centuries later.