Ickworth House

United Kingdom / England / Bury Saint Edmunds /
 country house, Neoclassical (architecture), National Trust property (UK), Grade I Listed (UK)
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One of the greatest Neo-classical buidings of the 18th century and certainly the most remarkable houses built in that style. Constructed for the Earl-Bishop of Derry and intended to contain his extensive collections. Having spent large amounts of time on the continent and especially in Italy the Earl-bishop amassed an important collection Italian paintings and sculptures and a significant assortment of classical antiquities.
The house was difficult to live in for it's size, layout and uncompromising Neoclassical style.

It is a Grade I listed building. The property is owned by National Trust, open to public.
www.nationaltrust.org.uk/ickworth/
www.britishlistedbuildings.co.uk/en-363171-ickworth-hou...
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Wikipedia article: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ickworth_House
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Coordinates:   52°13'14"N   0°39'25"E
This article was last modified 11 years ago