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Fine Art Print : Eagle House, Castle Street, Launceston, Cornwall. 1958
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Eagle House, Castle Street, Launceston, Cornwall. 1958
General view of the frontage and part of the street, showing the eagles on the gateposts. A grand Georgian mansion, the house was built in 1764 for Coryndon Carpenter, the constable of Launceston Castle, using ten thousand pounds he had won in a government lottery. After his death it was briefly a very comfortable prison for naval officers captured in the Napoleonic Wars. The Cornish poet Charles Causley mentions the eagles in one of his poems. The house has been a hotel since the 1960s. Photographer: Charles Woolf
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Media ID 18077345
© RIC, photographer Charles Woolf
Greenham Historic Houses Joyce Georgian
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the rich history and elegance of Launceston's past with this exquisite Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse. Featuring the iconic Eagle House, located on Castle Street, this print showcases the grandeur of a bygone era. Built in 1764 for Coryndon Carpenter, this Georgian mansion is a true testament to the architectural beauty of Cornwall. The intricately carved eagle gateposts and the facade's symmetrical design are captured in stunning detail, transporting you back in time. Add this timeless piece to your home and bring a touch of history and sophistication to your décor.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 53.3cm x 35.5cm (21" x 14")
Estimated Product Size is 68.6cm x 50.8cm (27" x 20")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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This print takes us back to the year 1958, showcasing the magnificent Eagle House in Castle Street, Launceston, Cornwall. The image captures a general view of the frontage of this grand Georgian mansion, along with a glimpse of the bustling street. What makes this picture truly unique are the majestic eagles perched atop the gateposts, adding an air of regality to this historic landmark. Constructed in 1764 by Coryndon Carpenter, who had won ten thousand pounds in a government lottery, Eagle House was initially intended as a residence for Carpenter himself - then serving as constable of Launceston Castle. However, after his passing, fate took an intriguing turn for this architectural gem. It briefly served as a comfortable prison for naval officers captured during the Napoleonic Wars. The significance of Eagle House extends beyond its historical role; it has also found its way into literature through Cornish poet Charles Causley's work. In one of his poems, Causley mentions these very eagles that stand guard over centuries' worth of stories within these walls. Since the 1960s, Eagle House has been transformed into a hotel while preserving its eighteenth-century charm and architecture. This photograph is part of Charles Woolf's collection and provides us with an enchanting glimpse into Cornwall's rich heritage and architectural beauty.
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