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Wimbledon Park House, built in 1801 by Earl Spencer
Wimbledon Park House. Built in 1801 by George John Spencer, 2nd Earl Spencer, designed by architect Henry Holland with gardens by Capability Brown. Handcoloured copperplate engraving after an illustration by T.H. Shepherd from Rudolph Ackermanns Repository of Arts, London, 1825
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1. Wimbledon Park House: A Regency Masterpiece by George John Spencer, 2nd Earl Spencer (1758-1834) Wimbledon Park House, a stunning Regency-era mansion, was built in 1801 by George John Spencer, 2nd Earl Spencer. Situated in Wimbledon, London, this red brick and slate-roofed house was designed by the renowned architect Henry Holland (1745-1806) and boasted landscaped gardens by Capability Brown (1716-1783). The Earl of Spencer, a prominent figure in British aristocracy and the landed gentry, commissioned this magnificent residence as a replacement for the original Wimbledon Park House, which was destroyed by fire in 1793. The new house was designed in the neoclassical style, with influences from Inigo Jones (1573-1652) and John Gendall (1757-1822). This handcoloured copperplate engraving, produced by T.H. Shepherd and published in Rudolph Ackermann's Repository of Arts in London in 1825, offers a captivating glimpse into the grandeur of Wimbledon Park House. The image showcases the house's impressive red brick facade, with its tall chimney stacks and slate roof, as well as its elegant design features, such as the arched windows, balconies, and ornate chimney pots. The Earl of Spencer's new residence was built in the Queen Anne style, which was popular during the Regency period. Its elegant design and beautiful gardens were a testament to the aristocracy's love for grand, stately homes and the appreciation for the arts and beauty that characterized the era. This engraving serves as a reminder of the rich history and architectural significance of Wimbledon Park House, which continues to stand as a symbol of the grandeur and opulence of the Regency period.
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