Aedes Walpolianae, or, A Description of the Collection of Pictures at Houghton-Hall in Norfolk, the Seat of the Right Honourable Sir Robert Walpole, E

by John 1703-1771 Hughs, Horace Walpole, George 1684-1756 Vertue

Book Overview

A catalog of the art collection amassed by the powerful British politician Robert Walpole, one of the greatest art collectors of his day. This book provides detailed descriptions and commentary on the many priceless works of art housed at Houghton-Hall, and is an important resource for anyone interested in the history of British art and culture.

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1019646802
• ISBN13: 9781019646809
• Release Date: July 2023
• Publisher: Legare Street Press
• Length: 170 Pages
• Weight: 0.92 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.1" x 9.2"