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Plan of Arundel and Essex Houses, (1881). Creator: Unknown
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Plan of Arundel and Essex Houses, (1881). Creator: Unknown
Plan of Arundel and Essex Houses, (1881). In the Middle Ages Arundel House was the town house of the Bishops of Bath and Wells. During the dissolution of the monasteries it passed into private hands, and in the 17th century it housed the Royal Society. At this time it was the home of Henry Howard, later sixth Duke of Norfolk. It was demolished in 1678. Essex House fronted the Strand, and was originally called Leicester House. It was built c1575 for Robert Dudley, 1st Earl of Leicester, and was renamed Essex House after it was inherited by his stepson, Robert Devereux, 2nd Earl of Essex in 1588. From Old and New London: A Narrative of Its History, Its People, and Its Places. Westminster and the Western Suburbs, by Edward Walford, Vol. III. [Cassell, Petter, Galpin & Co. London, Paris & New York, 1881]
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This print captures the intricate "Plan of Arundel and Essex Houses" from 1881. The creator of this detailed plan remains unknown, but it provides a fascinating glimpse into the architectural history of London. In medieval times, Arundel House served as the town house for the Bishops of Bath and Wells before passing into private ownership during the dissolution of monasteries. Later on, it became home to the prestigious Royal Society in the 17th century when Henry Howard, later sixth Duke of Norfolk resided there. Unfortunately, Arundel House met its demise in 1678. On the other hand, Essex House stood proudly along The Strand and was originally named Leicester House when built around 1575 for Robert Dudley, Earl of Leicester. However, after being inherited by his stepson Robert Devereux, Earl of Essex in 1588, it was renamed accordingly. This grand country house witnessed significant historical events throughout its existence. The print is sourced from "Old and New London: A Narrative of Its History", written by Edward Walford in 1881. It showcases not only these remarkable buildings but also highlights various geographical features such as rivers and roads that surrounded them. This image offers a window into London's past - an era filled with stately homes lining picturesque avenues - providing viewers with a sense of nostalgia for a time long gone.
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