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Compton Verney. House, Warwickshire, England. 1880 (engraving)
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Compton Verney. House, Warwickshire, England. 1880 (engraving)
7234704 Compton Verney. House, Warwickshire, England. 1880 (engraving) by Lydon, Alexander Francis (1836-1917) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Compton Verney. House, Warwickshire, England. Georgian neo-classical house built by Sir John Vanburgh in 1714 and later remodelled by architect Robert Adam with gardens and lake landscaped by Lanceleot Capability Brown in the 1760s for John Peyto-Verney, 14th Baron Willoughby-de-Broke. Colour woodblock by Benjamin Fawcett in the Baxter process of an illustration by Alexander Francis Lydon from Reverend Francis Orpen Morriss Picturesque Views of the Seats of Noblemen and Gentlemen of Great Britain and Ireland, William Mackenzie, London, 1880.); © Florilegius
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This print showcases Compton Verney House, a Georgian neo-classical mansion located in Warwickshire, England. Built by Sir John Vanburgh in 1714 and later remodeled by architect Robert Adam, the house exudes timeless elegance and grandeur. The enchanting gardens and lake surrounding the property were landscaped by Lanceleot Capability Brown in the 1760s for John Peyto-Verney, 14th Baron Willoughby-de-Broke. The engraving, created by Alexander Francis Lydon and reproduced through Benjamin Fawcett's Baxter process of color woodblock printing, beautifully captures the external view of this magnificent estate. Reverend Francis Orpen Morris included this illustration in his book "Picturesque Views of the Seats of Noblemen and Gentlemen of Great Britain and Ireland" published in London in 1880. As you gaze at this image, you can't help but be transported back to the aristocratic society that once inhabited these walls. The lush vegetation surrounding Compton Verney House adds to its allure as it stands proudly amidst a park-like setting. This print is not only a testament to architectural excellence but also serves as a window into British history during the late nineteenth century. It offers us a glimpse into an era when opulent private mansions like Compton Verney House symbolized wealth and prestige within high society. With its intricate details captured through Lydon's skilled engraving technique, this print from Bridgeman Images truly brings to life the beauty and splendor of one of England's most remarkable country houses.
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