Home > Architecture > Country > England
King John's Palace at Stepney, 1858. Creator: Unknown
Only Available in the UK and Ireland
Wall Art and Photo Gifts from Heritage Images
King John's Palace at Stepney, 1858. Creator: Unknown
King John's Palace at Stepney, 1858. The interesting Norman remains represented in the accompanying Engraving have been recently brought to notice by the prospect of their demolition. The building known as King John's Palace...consisted of a front built of red bricks, with remains of white ones set in a lozenge pattern, and had square towers of the same material at each angle. A bold pointed arch sprung from the base of each tower, but seemed of a somewhat later date. A trumpery door of modern construction disfigured this part of the building. There were also indications of Norman windows, as well as rather meagre stringcourses of stone, which ran across the front...The dungeon was entered through a low archway with a massive oaken door, and by a descent of two steps. This chamber, which seems to have received no light from above, was of brick, vaulted, and with walls of apparently immense thickness; it was generally ankle deep in water. An opening was broken some time since into a similar chamber further back, and there is no doubt that there are others leading a good way underground...There seems just now to be a mania for destroying those structures having some historic interest attached to them'. From "Illustrated London News", 1858
Heritage Images features heritage image collections
Media ID 36353355
© The Print Collector/Heritage Images
Demolished Demolition Door Doors Norman Archway Country House King Johns Palace Worcester House
FEATURES IN THESE COLLECTIONS
> Architecture
> Country
> England
> Architecture
> Doors
> Architecture
> Palaces
> Architecture
> Styles
> Norman Architecture
> Architecture
> Towers
> Related Images
> Arts
> Artists
> N
> John Norman
> Arts
> Artists
> W
> John White
> Arts
> Modern art pieces
> Textures and patterns in modern
> Modern paintings
> Arts
> Modern art pieces
> Textures and patterns in modern
EDITORS COMMENTS
King John's Palace at Stepney, 1858: A Glimpse into London's Historical Past This photograph print, taken in 1858, showcases the intriguing Norman remains of King John's Palace at Stepney, a historic site in London that was on the brink of demolition. The building, which once stood proudly at the corner of Commercial Road and Cable Street, was a fascinating blend of old and new architectural elements. The front of the palace was constructed from red bricks, with remnants of white ones set in a distinctive lozenge pattern. Square towers, also made of red bricks, adorned each angle, each topped with a bold, pointed arch. However, the entrance was marred by a modern, trumpery door. The Norman windows and meagre stringcourses of stone that ran across the front were further indications of the palace's rich history. The most intriguing part of the palace was the dungeon, which could be accessed through a low archway with a massive oaken door. This chamber, which appeared to have received no natural light, was made of brick and vaulted, with walls of immense thickness. It was usually ankle-deep in water. An opening had been broken into a similar chamber further back, and it was believed that there were others leading deep underground. Sadly, in 1858, there seemed to be a mania for destroying structures with historic significance attached to them. The imminent demolition of King John's Palace brought renewed attention to its fascinating history and the need for preservation. This photograph print serves as a poignant reminder of the past and the importance of protecting our historical heritage.
MADE IN THE UK
Safe Shipping with 30 Day Money Back Guarantee
FREE PERSONALISATION*
We are proud to offer a range of customisation features including Personalised Captions, Color Filters and Picture Zoom Tools
SECURE PAYMENTS
We happily accept a wide range of payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you
* Options may vary by product and licensing agreement. Zoomed Pictures can be adjusted in the Cart.
