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The Queen's House
| Full title: | The Queen's House |
|---|---|
| ISBN: | 9781857597530 |
| ISBN 10: | 1857597532 |
| Authors: | Merwe, Dr. Pieter van der |
| Publisher: | Scala Arts Publishers Inc. |
| Num. pages: | 128 |
| Binding: | Paperback |
| Language: | en |
| Published on: | 2012 |
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Synopsis
An Exploration Of The Architectural Significance Of The Queen's House In Greenwich, From Its Origins As A Royal Residence To Its Use By Greenwich Hospital School And More Recently As Home To The National Maritime Museum's Fine Art Collection - With Over 100 Illustrations Showcasing The Collection. Before The House -- 'curious Devise' Of Inigo Jones, 1616-c.1638 -- Royalty In Retreat, 1642-1662 -- Grace And Favour, 1663-1805 -- School Days, 1806-1933 -- Modern Times, 1934-2016. Pieter Van Der Merwe. Includes Bibliographical References (p. 127).