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A bedroom at Combe Abbey, Warwickshire, from England's Lost Houses by Giles Worsley (1961-2006) published 2002 (b/w photo)
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A bedroom at Combe Abbey, Warwickshire, from England's Lost Houses by Giles Worsley (1961-2006) published 2002 (b/w photo)
CLF311746 A bedroom at Combe Abbey, Warwickshire, from England's Lost Houses by Giles Worsley (1961-2006) published 2002 (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); (add.info.: the house was originally a medieval monastery which was converted in the 16th century and remodelled in the 17th century; 1861-65 William Eden Nesfield made alterations in the Gothic Revival style for the 2nd Earl of Craven; the contents were sold including the staircase, and the east wing was demolished in 1925;); © Country Life
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Destroyed Four Poster Bed Panelled Plasterwork Ceiling Wood Panelling
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This photograph captures the essence of a bedroom at Combe Abbey, Warwickshire. Taken from Giles Worsley's renowned book "England's Lost Houses" this image showcases the timeless beauty of a bygone era. Combe Abbey, originally a medieval monastery converted in the 16th century and remodeled in the 17th century, holds an intriguing history within its walls. The alterations made by William Eden Nesfield in the Gothic Revival style for the 2nd Earl of Craven between 1861-65 added to its grandeur. The room itself exudes elegance and opulence with its exquisite plasterwork ceiling and intricate wood paneling. A majestic four-poster bed takes center stage, inviting you to imagine nights filled with dreams woven into luxurious fabrics. Sadly, time has taken its toll on this once magnificent space. Destroyed over years gone by, only remnants remain as evidence of its former glory. Nevertheless, through this photograph captured by an English photographer from Bridgeman Images' collection, we can still appreciate the splendor that once graced these walls. As you gaze upon this print, let your imagination transport you back to a time when stately homes like Combe Abbey were bustling with life and stories waiting to be told. Let it serve as a reminder that even though physical structures may crumble over time, their legacy lives on through artistry and preservation.
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