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Peckforton Castle, Cheshire, home of Baron Tollemache, c1880
Peckforton Castle, Cheshire, home of Baron Tollemache, c1880. Designed in the style of a castle of the time of Edward I by the Gothic Revival architect Anthony Salvin, Peckforton Castle was built in the mid 19th century for John Tollemache, 1srt Baron Tollemache, a wealthy Cheshire landowner and MP. A print from A Series of Picturesque Views of Seats of the Noblemen and Gentlemen of Great Britain and Ireland, edited by Reverend FO Morris, Volume IV, William Mackenzie, London, c1880. Wood-engraved plates after paintings by Benjamin Fawcett and Alexander Francis Lydon
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This print showcases the majestic Peckforton Castle, located in Cheshire, England. Designed by the renowned Gothic Revival architect Anthony Salvin in the style of a castle from Edward I's time, this stately home was built during the mid-19th century for John Tollemache, 1st Baron Tollemache. As a wealthy landowner and Member of Parliament, Baron Tollemache desired an impressive residence that reflected his status. The image is part of A Series of Picturesque Views of Seats of the Noblemen and Gentlemen of Great Britain and Ireland, edited by Reverend FO Morris. It features wood-engraved plates after paintings by Benjamin Fawcett and Alexander Francis Lydon. The vibrant colors beautifully highlight both the architectural grandeur and natural surroundings. Peckforton Castle stands proudly against a backdrop of lush greenery with its flag flying high – a Union Jack symbolizing British heritage. This fortified structure embodies gothic revival elements while harmoniously blending into its picturesque environment. Capturing the essence of aristocracy and Victorian gothic charm, this engraving transports us back to 1880 when it was created. It serves as a testament to both human ingenuity in architecture and nature's beauty intertwined with man-made structures. As we admire this print today, we are reminded not only of Peckforton Castle's historical significance but also its enduring allure as one of Britain's iconic landmarks.
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