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4 days ago · Sir James Thornhill painted the hall ceiling in 1716, and Louis Laguerre the saloon in 1718. The plasterwork of the great gallery was by Isaac Mansfield in 1725. The plan of Blenheim evolved from the design made by Vanbrugh some five years earlier for Castle Howard (Yorks. N.R.).
Jun 22, 2024 · Plate 76: Monmouth House, Soho Square, design by Sir James Thornhill for painted windows Survey of London: Volumes 33 and 34, St Anne Soho . Originally published by London County Council, London, 1966.
Jun 28, 2024 · Sir James Thornhill was the son of a reduced Dorsetshire gentleman. His uncle, the well-known physician, Dr. Sydenham, helped to educate him. He travelled to see the old masters, and on his return Queen Anne appointed him to paint the dome of St. Paul's.
Jun 15, 2024 · Not altogether daunted by this ill success, Sir James Thornhill determined to do what he could on his own responsibility, and without the aid of the Treasury. He therefore opened a drawingacademy at his house in James Street, Covent Garden, and gave tickets to all who desired admission.
Jun 14, 2024 · Sir James Thornhill designed the great west window of the nave which shows Abraham, Isaac and Jacob with the Twelve Tribes of Israel. Dating from 1735 it was made by William Price. Westminster Abbey is closely tied to the British monarchy.
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Jun 13, 2024 · The ceilings above are decorated with mythological scenes by Francesco Sleter and Sir James Thornhill, who also painted the imposing portraits of British monarchs en grisaille in the arched recesses high on the south wall.
Jun 23, 2024 · It was within the grand surroundings of the Painted Hall, masterfully painted over nineteen years by James Thornhill, that Lord Nelson lay in state over three days from January 5th 1806. The exact spot where his coffin lay is marked by a plaque on the floor.
