Hardwick Hall Collection

Old and new halls, Hardwick Hall, near Chesterfield, Derbyshire, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Hardwick Hall, near Chesterfield, reflected in pond under a clear blue sky, Derbyshire, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Hardwick Hall (1597), Derbyshire, England, UK

Hardwick Hall, A Seat of His Grace The Duke of Devonshire, c1907. Artist: Leonard Willoughby
Hardwick Hall, A Seat of His Grace The Duke of Devonshire, c1907. Hardwick Hall was designed by the architect Robert Smythson (1535?1614) and built between 1590 and 1597

Watercolour rendering of one of the Hardwicke Tapestries, c1902. Artist: Marion Reid
Watercolour rendering of one of the Hardwicke Tapestries, c1902. The orginal 15th century tapestries probably belonged to the Countess of Shrewsbury, known as Bess of Hardwick

The Chatsworth Hunting Tapestries, second of the series, 1930
The Chatsworth Hunting Tapestries, second of the series, 15th century (1930). Formerly at Hardwick Hall, Derbyshire, then Chatsworth House, now in the Victoria and Albert Museum, London

The Chatsworth Hunting Tapestries, first of the series, 1930
The Chatsworth Hunting Tapestries, first of the series, 15th century (1930). Formerly at Hardwick Hall, Derbyshire, then Chatsworth House, now in the Victoria and Albert Museum, London

Hardwick Hall, Derbyshire, 1894. Creator: Unknown
Hardwick Hall, Derbyshire, 1894. The Hall was the home of Bess of Hardwick, one of the wealthiest women in Elizabethan England

Hardwick Hall reflecting in pond, Hardwick Park, Derbyshire, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Portrait of Mary Cavendish, 1st Duchess of Devonshire, wife of William Cavendish, 4th Earl and 1st Duke of Devonshire
6340256 Portrait of Mary Cavendish, 1st Duchess of Devonshire, wife of William Cavendish, 4th Earl and 1st Duke of Devonshire, 1646-1710 by Wagstaff

Hardwicke Hall, Exterior (engraving)
5230776 Hardwicke Hall, Exterior (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Hardwicke Hall, Exterior)

Fireplace: The Picture-Gallery, Hardwick Hall, Derbyshire, England (b / w photo)
6018462 Fireplace: The Picture-Gallery, Hardwick Hall, Derbyshire, England (b/w photo) by American Photographer (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Picture-Gallery)

The Long Gallery, Hardwick, 1828 (w / c on paper)
621529 The Long Gallery, Hardwick, 1828 (w/c on paper) by Hunt, William Henry (1790-1864); 28.6x42.9 cm; eThe Devonshire Collections, Chatsworth; (add.info.: Hardwick Hall)

The Long Gallery at Hardwick (w / c on paper)
621498 The Long Gallery at Hardwick (w/c on paper) by Cox, David (1783-1859); 77.3x62.7 cm; eThe Devonshire Collections, Chatsworth; (add.info.: Hardwick Hall)

The Long Gallery, Hardwick (w / c on paper)
621496 The Long Gallery, Hardwick (w/c on paper) by Cox, David (1783-1859); 77x107.5 cm; eThe Devonshire Collections, Chatsworth; (add.info.: Hardwick Hall)

Miss Moore sewing in her bedroom, Hardwick Hall, Derbyshire (pen & ink and w / c on paper)
2652623 Miss Moore sewing in her bedroom, Hardwick Hall, Derbyshire (pen & ink and w/c on paper) by Hunt, William Henry (1790-1864)

Fireplace: The Entrance Hall, Hardwick Hall, Derbyshire, England (b / w photo)
6018460 Fireplace: The Entrance Hall, Hardwick Hall, Derbyshire, England (b/w photo) by American Photographer (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Entrance Hall, Hardwick Hall)

Hardwick Hall, In the State Bedroom (b / w photo)
6015750 Hardwick Hall, In the State Bedroom (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Hardwick Hall, In the State Bedroom)

Hardwick Hall in Derbyshire (engraving)
819272 Hardwick Hall in Derbyshire (engraving) by Allom, Thomas (1804-72) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Hardwick Hall, Derbyshire. After Thomas Allom, engraved by F J Havell)

The Presence Chamber at Hardwick, 1858 (w / c on paper)
621537 The Presence Chamber at Hardwick, 1858 (w/c on paper) by Price, William Henry Lake (1810-91); 46.5x60 cm; eThe Devonshire Collections, Chatsworth; (add.info.: Hardwick Hall)

Tapestry on the Staircase (b / w photo)
3102642 Tapestry on the Staircase (b/w photo) by Latham, Charles (d.1912); Private Collection; (add.info.: Tapestry on the Staircase)

The Presence Chamber (b / w photo)
3102651 The Presence Chamber (b/w photo) by Latham, Charles (d.1912); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Presence Chamber)

The Picture Gallery (b / w photo)
3102648 The Picture Gallery (b/w photo) by Latham, Charles (d.1912); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Picture Gallery. Photograph in In English Homes Vol 1 (Country Life)

Mary, Queen of Scots Room at Hardwick, 1820s (w / c on paper)
621530 Mary, Queen of Scots Room at Hardwick, 1820s (w/c on paper) by Hunt, William Henry (1790-1864); 23.5x33 cm; eThe Devonshire Collections, Chatsworth; (add.info.: Hardwick Hall, Derbyshire)

The Green Room (b / w photo)
3102646 The Green Room (b/w photo) by Latham, Charles (d.1912); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Green Room. Photograph in In English Homes Vol 1 (Country Life, 1904).); © Look and Learn

The Great Staircase (b / w photo)
3102644 The Great Staircase (b/w photo) by Latham, Charles (d.1912); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Great Staircase. Photograph in In English Homes Vol 1 (Country Life)

The Library, Hardwick, 1828 (w / c on paper)
621528 The Library, Hardwick, 1828 (w/c on paper) by Hunt, William Henry (1790-1864); 22.7x44.3 cm; eThe Devonshire Collections, Chatsworth; (add.info.: Hardwick Hall)

The Long Gallery at Hardwick (w / c on paper)
621497 The Long Gallery at Hardwick (w/c on paper) by Cox, David (1783-1859); 77.3x62.7 cm; eThe Devonshire Collections, Chatsworth; (add.info.: Hardwick Hall)

Hardwick Hall, Derbyshire (engraving)
6027820 Hardwick Hall, Derbyshire (engraving) by Allom, Thomas (1804-72) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Hardwick Hall, Derbyshire)

Hardwick Hall, Derbyshire (engraving)
816240 Hardwick Hall, Derbyshire (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Hardwick Hall)

The Minstrels Gallery (b / w photo)
3102649 The Minstrels Gallery (b/w photo) by Latham, Charles (d.1912); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Minstrels Gallery)

The Recess in the Presence Chamber (b / w photo)
3102645 The Recess in the Presence Chamber (b/w photo) by Latham, Charles (d.1912); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Recess in the Presence Chamber)

Hardwick Hall (b / w photo)
5213806 Hardwick Hall (b/w photo) by European Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Hardwick Hall. Illustration for The Building News, 17 August 1888.); © Look and Learn

Hardwick Hall (b / w photo)
5209155 Hardwick Hall (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Hardwick Hall. Illustration for Beautiful Britain, Views of Our Stately Homes (Werner)

The Staircase (engraving)
5230766 The Staircase (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Staircase. Illustration for The Pictorial Times)

The Old Hall, Hardwick, Derbyshire, from "Illustrated London News", May 23
The Old Hall, Hardwick, Derbyshire, from " Illustrated London News", May 23, 1863

Hardwick Hall Park Roger Fenton English 1819
Hardwick Hall, from the Park; Roger Fenton (English, 1819 - 1869); England; about 1858; Albumen silver print

Stuffed-backed Chairs, temp. William. III. FROM HAMPTON COURT. FROM HARDWICK HALL. FROM KNOLE. UK, britain, british, europe, united kingdom, great britain, european

Aerial view from the Old Hall of its replacement, Hardwick Hall, near Chesterfield, Derbyshire, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Tulip border, pathway and lawn in spring at Hardwick Hall, near Chesterfield, Derbyshire, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Stuffed-backed Chairs, temp. William. III. FROM HAMPTON COURT. FROM HARDWICK HALL. FROM KNOLE. UK, britain, british, europe, united kingdom, great britain, european

Dahlia border, pathway and lawn in late summer at Hardwick Hall, near Chesterfield, Derbyshire, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Perennial border in late summer, Hardwick Hall, near Chesterfield, Derbyshire, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Hardwick Hall, Derbyshire, England, United Kingdom, Europe

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"Hardwick Hall: A Timeless Reflection of History and Beauty" Nestled near Chesterfield, Hardwick Hall stands proudly, its grandeur reflected in the tranquil pond beneath a clear blue sky. This architectural masterpiece in Derbyshire, England is a testament to the harmonious blend of old and new. Built in 1597, it has witnessed centuries of history unfold within its walls. Its iconic watercolour rendering showcases one of the exquisite Hardwicke Tapestries from around 1902, capturing the artistry that adorns this magnificent estate. The Chatsworth Hunting Tapestries, displayed within these hallowed halls since 1930, tell tales of noble pursuits and grace. Each tapestry weaves together stories that transport visitors back in time to an era when hunting was not just a sport but a way of life. As you explore further into Hardwick Hall's rich heritage, you will discover glimpses into the lives of those who once called it home. An unknown creator captured its splendor on camera in 1894 while Leonard Willoughby immortalized it through his artistic lens around 1907. Beyond its physical beauty lies the story of Mary Cavendish, the first Duchess of Devonshire. Her portrait hangs with pride as she symbolizes strength and elegance alongside her husband William Cavendish – Earl and Duke – spanning generations from 1646 to 1710. Step outside onto the grounds surrounding Hardwick Hall for another breathtaking view. The exterior engraving captures every intricate detail that makes this place so special—a true marvel standing tall against time itself. Inside these historic walls awaits more wonders like "The Picture-Gallery, " where an enchanting black-and-white photograph showcases a majestic fireplace that has warmed countless souls throughout history. Hardwick Park embraces this architectural gem with open arms as it reflects upon its shimmering waters—an idyllic setting that completes this captivating experience.