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Scottish Country Houses Castles
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Author : Sheila Forman
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1967
Scottish Country Houses Castles written by Sheila Forman and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1967 with Architecture, Domestic categories.
Scottish Country Houses And Castles
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Author : Sheila Forman
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1971
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Scottish Country Houses 1600 1914
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Author : Ian Gow
language : en
Publisher: Edinburgh University Press
Release Date : 2019-07-30
Scottish Country Houses 1600 1914 written by Ian Gow and has been published by Edinburgh University Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2019-07-30 with Architecture categories.
This new illustrated paperback edition examines the Scottish country house in all its guises - from great classical houses like Hopetoun, to familiar castles such as Glamis and Craigievar - as well as giving insights into the architects who designed them, including William and Robert Adam, Sir John James Burnet and Sir William Bruce.
The Scottish Country House
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Author : James Knox
language : en
Publisher: Thames & Hudson
Release Date : 2015-04-01
The Scottish Country House written by James Knox and has been published by Thames & Hudson this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2015-04-01 with Architecture, Domestic categories.
At the heart of this stirring tale and visual delight is a group of ten extraordinary houses and castles that have survived the vicissitudes of Scotland's history with almost all of the original families who built them still in residence today. Their histories are peopled with strongwilled men and women--from the notorious General Tam Dalyell of the House of the Binns, who served not only the Stuart kings but the czar of Russia, to the first Duke of Queensberry, who built one of the most sensational castles in Britain, to a love match worthy of the "auld alliance" between the Earl of Stair and his French-born countess. Each house also represents a landmark in Scotland's architectural history, ranging from the early seventeenth to the early twentieth century. The cutting-edge classicism of William Bruce at Balcaskie, the sensational French chateau-inspired Drumlanrig, the splendor of William Adam's baroque at Arniston, and the sublime Palladianism of his sons, the Adam brothers, at Dumfries House, are a roll call of architectural genius. The Victorian passion for all things Scottish is displayed in Lochinch Castle, a bravura example of the Baronial style, bristling with turrets, bartizans, and stepped roofs. And Robert Lorimer's beautifully crafted reconstruction at Monzie at the turn of the twentieth century reveals him as a major talent who synthesized European and purely Scottish styles, expressing, like his fellow architects in this book, a uniquely Scottish sensibility. The architectural revelation is matched by the houses' sensational settings, which merge the historically designed gardens and landscape with the unparalleled wildness and vistas of Scotland. But, as author James Knox writes in his lively, insightful text, "The glory of Scottish country houses is not just their architecture but their contents, which add layers of personality to the interiors." As Knox guides the reader on an intimate tour of the houses, he recounts their fascinating histories and profi les the colorful, often eccentric, lairds, lady lairds, clan chiefs, and nobles who have called them home. And James Fennell's masterly photographs, which rely solely on natural light for effect, capture the distinctive atmosphere of each residence. The Duchess of Buccleuch's boudoir at Bowhill is a frenzy of chinoiserie, needlepoint, and silk tassels. At Ballindalloch, the Macpherson-Grant tartan carpets the entrance hall and Victorian paintings of the family's prized Aberdeen Angus herd--the oldest in Scotland--adorn many a room. The motto of the Munro clan, "Dread God," is emblazoned throughout Foulis Castle--on china, wall plaques, not to mention the clan chief 's bonnet. All of these cherished houses are chockablock with memories of the past, from swagger portraits to sporrans, from vintage photographs to ancient weaponry, from curling stones to fading chintz. Some are also treasure houses, not least Dumfries House, saved from the auction block by a consortium headed by the Prince of Wales, which boasts an unrivaled collection of documented Chippendale and Scottish rococo furniture. "The Scottish Country House" will enthrall anyone with an interest in Scotland, history, architecture, or interior decoration--all wrapped in a compelling narrative of past lives and taste. Praise for "The Scottish Country House" "If you like historic homes, this book is for you. It's filled with beautiful photos of historic Scottish castles and grand estates." -"Design*Sponge" "Who can resist a beautiful chateau set in the lush green countryside of Scotland? I, for one, cannot. In James Knox's new book, he focuses on ten standout examples of Scottish country living. With each house, he details the history of the establishment, and follows through to how it stands today." --"Home Design with Kevin Sharkey" "This book, filled with lavish photography by James Fennell, profiles ten outstanding Scottish castles and mansions, from sprawling Walter Scott
The Country Houses Castles And Mansions Of East Lothian
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Author : Sonia Baker
language : en
Publisher: Stenlake Publishing
Release Date : 2009
The Country Houses Castles And Mansions Of East Lothian written by Sonia Baker and has been published by Stenlake Publishing this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2009 with Castles categories.
Sometimes referred to as Scotland s Gatekeeper , lying as it does just east of the capital along the Firth of Forth, East Lothian has had an often turbulent history. With stunning photographs taken in the late 19th and early 20th centuries before what the author terms the decline of the great houses , this book traces the history of building in the area from the defensible towers of the 14th and 15th century to the great houses built in more settled times by both the gentry and the rich traders of the 18th and 19th century. Among the numerous architectural gems are: Alderston House (showing both interior and exterior views); Bolton Muir near East Gifford; Bothwell Castle, Haddington; Biel House, Stenton; Lauderdale house, Dunbar and Lennoxlove House, Haddington whose L-shaped tower was damaged during the Rough Wooing attacks of the English in 1549.
Lost Houses Of Scotland
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Author : Marcus Binney
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1980
Lost Houses Of Scotland written by Marcus Binney and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1980 with Architecture categories.
Scotland lost more than 450 houses of "architectural pretension" between 1900 and 1980. This study is an attempt to document the losses of Scottish Country Houses by showing how much has been lost, especially since WWII, with the aim of underlining the importance of the efforts being made to preserve, maintain, and use those that remain.
Scotland S Best Castles And Stately Homes
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Author : Martin Coventry
language : en
Publisher: Anchor Books
Release Date : 2014-07
Scotland S Best Castles And Stately Homes written by Martin Coventry and has been published by Anchor Books this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2014-07 with Castles categories.
The best castles, historic houses, royal palaces, and stately homes to visit in Scotland. Contains detailed entries with locations, description, ownership, plan, and drawings. 64 pages of color photographs.
The Country Houses Castles And Mansions Of Selkirkshire
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Author : Bernard Byrom
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2014-11
The Country Houses Castles And Mansions Of Selkirkshire written by Bernard Byrom and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2014-11 with Castles categories.
The castles in the Scottish Borders date from those violent times when the Borders were subject to the 'rough wooing' of the English and the Border Reivers. When peace became the norm, the pele towers fell into ruin and their families built mansions, as did those of the nouveau riche mill owners of the Tweed Valley. Some of these Selkirkshire houses are seen here at their Edwardian zenith. Later some of these owners fell on hard times as economic decline and the two wars took their toll and many country houses were lost. In this book there is a selection of the county's posh real estate together with the history of the properties and their owners.
Scottish Country Houses And Gardens Open To The Public
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Author : John Fleming
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1954
Scottish Country Houses And Gardens Open To The Public written by John Fleming and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1954 with Architecture, Domestic categories.
Scotland S Castles And Great Houses
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Author : Magnus Magnusson
language : en
Publisher: Random House Value Publishing
Release Date : 1981
Scotland S Castles And Great Houses written by Magnus Magnusson and has been published by Random House Value Publishing this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1981 with Travel categories.
Text and photographs trace the history of 14 Scottish castles and describe architectural features and furnishings.