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Audley End N071143
AUDLEY END HOUSE, Essex. Detail of the East door and bed of tulips in the parterre gardens. Historic England is the public body that champions and protects England's historic places. © Historic England
Media ID 968981
Filename: N071143.jpg
Size: 3862 x 4094 (11.0MB)
Date: 19th April 2007
Source: Historic England
Credit: Historic England Photo Library
Urgency (1-8) 5=normal: 5
Source: English Heritage Images
Job Title: Staff Photographer
Bloom Door Entrance Flower Stuart
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> Architecture > Tudor and Stuart Architecture
> Heritage > English Stately Homes > Audley End House > Audley End exteriors
> Heritage > English Stately Homes > Audley End House > Audley End gardens
> Landscapes > English Gardens > Formal Gardens
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Audley End House, Essex: A Symphony of Stuart Elegance and Spring Bloom This photograph, captured by James O. Davies for Historic England, invites us to explore the enchanting world of Audley End House in Essex. The image showcases the grand East door of the historic house, framed by a vibrant bed of tulips in the meticulously designed parterre gardens. Audley End House, a magnificent Stuart-era mansion, was originally built in the late 16th century for Thomas Howard, the 14th Earl of Suffolk. The East door, with its intricate carvings and ornate details, stands as a testament to the opulence and grandeur of the Stuart period. The door's rich, dark wood contrasts beautifully with the soft, pastel hues of the tulips, creating a striking visual harmony. The parterre gardens, a formal garden design popular during the Renaissance and Baroque periods, are a feast for the senses. In this image, the bed of tulips is in full bloom, their delicate petals unfurling to reveal a riot of color. The symmetrical arrangement of the flowers adds to the sense of order and balance, enhancing the overall aesthetic appeal of the scene. As we gaze upon this photograph, we are transported back in time, to an era of elegance and refinement. The East door of Audley End House, with its intricate carvings, stands as a symbol of the grandeur and sophistication of the Stuart period, while the blooming tulips serve as a reminder of the beauty and transience of nature. This image is a celebration of the harmony between architecture and nature, a testament to the enduring allure of the past.
