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Frognal Priory
View of Frognal Priory, built in 1818 by John Thompson, a retired auctioneer. The house, on an elevated site with extensive views, had Gothic crenellations, Renaissance windows, Dutch gables, turrets, and a cupola. It was filled with furniture claimed by Thompson to have belonged to Cardinal Wolsey and Elizabeth I. It was demolished in 1876. Date: 1875
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1818 1875 1876 Auctioneer Belonged Cardinal Claimed Crenellations Cupola Demolished Elevated Extensive Filled Gables Priory Renaissance Retired Thompson Turrets Windows Wolsey Elizabeth Frognal Furniture
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Frognal Priory, built in 1818 by the retired auctioneer John Thompson, stands proudly on an elevated site overlooking the picturesque English countryside. The house, completed 67 years before this photograph was taken in 1875, is a stunning example of Victorian Gothic architecture. Its intricate design includes crenellations, Renaissance windows, Dutch gables, turrets, and a grand cupola, all of which add to its enchanting and imposing appearance. Thompson, who claimed to have acquired much of the furniture within the house from Cardinal Wolsey and Queen Elizabeth I, filled Frognal Priory with historical treasures. The allure of owning such esteemed antiques likely drew Thompson to the world of auctioneering in the first place. Despite its grandeur, Frognal Priory was not immune to the passage of time. Just a decade after this photograph was taken, the house was demolished in 1876. Today, all that remains of this once magnificent structure is a memory and the stories it leaves behind. This view of Frognal Priory, taken in 1875, offers a glimpse into the past, showcasing the beauty and intrigue of a bygone era. The image serves as a reminder of the rich history that lies hidden within the walls of our oldest buildings and the importance of preserving our heritage for future generations.
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