tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-50359445629438439182024-03-13T06:03:42.423-04:00Period Pieces and PortraitureLilyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11885808114953545030noreply@blogger.comBlogger21125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5035944562943843918.post-6049611491234613402013-04-29T23:57:00.001-04:002013-04-30T18:02:26.972-04:00Last Remarks<div style="text-align: center;">
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The collecting of art became a key feature of British country houses in the early 17th century [1]. Connected to this very earliest accumulation of paintings is the development of the long gallery, originally simply a place to exercise in bad weather, but eventually a space tacitly understood to be a display area for portraits. As country house owners, family members, and visitors would view these works, they would put each portrait to the ultimate test: whether or not it genuinely conveyed the individual represented [2]. This evaluation of portraiture and its success in showing the spirit of a person is a practice that continues still today.</div>
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The display of portraits in country houses greatly developed over the centuries, but their connotations remained very much the same. Art collections took on a more public face as visitors toured country houses; family portraits represented the dynastic status of the house, as well as the artistic taste of the owner [3]. Portraits played a significant role in visually representing the illustrious history of the country house and the long lineage of the family [4]. Whether displayed in long galleries or entrance halls, dining rooms or saloons, family portraits remain a ubiquitous part of country house art collections.</div>
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Despite the importance of the display of portraiture in country houses, it is often difficult to find images of the interior decoration of these houses; even more seldom is there information about specific portraits that is easily accessible. Period films are an invaluable resource for those who want to experience the interiors of country houses but are unable to visit the houses themselves. In these films, country house family portraits work to establish an atmosphere that connects the fictional country house owner with the actual house and its renowned history. Through the viewing of period pieces, the display of portraiture in British country houses can be better understood and truly appreciated. </div>
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to Read a Country House</i>. London: Ebury Press, 2005.</span></span>Lilyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11885808114953545030noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5035944562943843918.post-28571957213684270932013-04-29T22:13:00.003-04:002013-04-29T22:15:37.581-04:00Squerryes Court<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="http://www.squerryes.co.uk/">Squerryes Court</a>, an early Georgian style country house in Kent, was the home of the de Squerie family in the 13th century, after which it had many different owners; John Warde bought the property in 1731, and his descendants still live there [1]. The present house dates from the late 17th century, although it has undergone much remodeling and restoration since then [2]. Squerryes Court represented Hartfield in the 2009 verison of <i><a href="http://www.imdb.com/title/tt1366312/">Emma</a>, </i>and can also be seen in <a href="http://www.imdb.com/title/tt1131729/" style="font-style: italic;">Pirate Radio</a> and<i> Foyle's War: Series One, Episode One (</i><a href="http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0293812/" style="font-style: italic;">The German Woman</a><i>).</i></div>
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Jane Austen gives us no detailed description of the Woodhouse country home, Hartfield, in the text of <i>Emma; w</i>e are to gather that it is quite fine indeed, as Emma is of very high social status. Hartfield is the center of Emma's world, and the decision to use Squerryes Court, with its warm and inviting interiors, is perfect for the setting of the mini series. Squerryes Court contains an impressive collection of English, Italian 18th century, and Dutch 17th century paintings, as well as many family portraits which are displayed throughout the house [3].</div>
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Some of the artists represented by the collection at Squerryes Court include van Dyck, Romney, Gainsborough, Rubens, Hals, Rembrandt, and Caravaggio [4]. The very high taste of the Warde family is transferred upon the Woodhouse family as Squerryes Court is used as Hartfield. During the filming of <i>Emma</i>, the most valuable artworks were taken down to prevent damage, but the crew still used extreme caution during the production [5].</div>
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The Squerryes Court art collection contains two portraits of Colonel James Wolfe, one of which can be seen during the filming of <i>Emma</i>; this work depicts Wolfe at age fifteen in his scarlet ensign's uniform, with a frank and pleasant countenance. This is the only portrait of Wolfe painted from life by a professional artist; all others were made after his untimely death during the Seven Years' War [6]. A portrait of Wolfe's mother is also displayed at Squerryes Court, representing a young, good-looking, kind woman [6]. This celebration and remembrance of Wolfe at Squerryes Court is explained by the fact that he played at the country house as a boy [4].</div>
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Other portraits at Squerryes Court include those of Frances Bristow, wife of John Warde, and her sisters, the Countess of Buckinghamshire and the Countess of Effingham [4]. Perhaps these are the women who are nobly depicted in the impressive full-length portraits in the entrance hall. Their elegance and influence parallel that of Emma; it is fitting that the first portraits visible in the entrance hall of Squerryes Court are of women, as Emma plays such an important role at Hartfield.</div>
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The rooms at Squerryes Court are connected by short hallways, creating a much cozier feeling than the large, medieval houses that many other period pieces use [5]. In addition, the abundance of family portraits in seemingly every room of the house creates a very personal atmosphere. This level of comfort and charm, while still retaining elements of magnificence, is very indicative of country houses during the Regency period [7].</div>
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The warm, bright, cheering qualities of Squerryes Court mirror the personality of Emma herself; she has created a home that reflects her taste and character, attractive and inviting [5]. As we see the many Warde family portraits in Squerryes Court, we can imagine that they are members of the Woodhouse family, establishing a long-standing link between Emma and her country house. In the use of Squerryes Court, with its many paintings by old masters and family portraits, Emma's world comes to life in a way that no other country house could have achieved; Hartfield is visually epitomized.</div>
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<a href="http://www.highclerecastle.co.uk/">Highclere Castle</a>, a "Jacobethan" country house in Hampshire, has been the home of the Carnarvon family since 1679 [1]. The original Elizabethan house was built on the site of a medieval palace and was later rebuilt in the classic Georgian style; the present day house was designed by famed architect Sir Charles Barry in 1842 [2]. Highclere Castle is most well-known as the Earl of Grantham's grand home in <a href="http://www.imdb.com/title/tt1606375/" style="font-style: italic;">Downton Abbey</a>, but was also used in <i><a href="http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0443579/">Marple: 4:40 from Paddington</a></i>, <i>Jeeves and Wooster: </i><i>Series Two, Episode One (<a href="http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0614726/">Jeeves Saves the Cow Creamer</a>);</i> <i>Series Two, Episode Two (<a href="http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0614728/">A Plan for Gussie</a>); and </i><i>Series Four, Episode Five (<a href="http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0614733/">Trouble at Totleigh Towers</a>)</i>.</div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 18px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><i>Downton Abbey </i>creator Julian Fellowes in fact had Highclere Castle in mind as he wrote the story and screenplay for the show; his longstanding friendship with the Carnarvon family enabled him to make his vision a reality [3]. </span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 18px;">As architect Sir Charles Barry said of his design for Highclere Castle, the house was based on three qualities: love of extravagance, love of the past, and love of ancestry [4]. </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 18px;">It is easy to understand Fellowes vision and see how it fits into Barry's plan for the house, as Highclere Castle's splendid interiors and extensive art collection provide the perfect setting for <i>Downton Abbey</i>. </span></div>
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When first entering Highclere Castle, you are faced with the purely Gothic saloon and staircase, complemented by stone vaulting and clustered columns [6]. The saloon is covered with wall hangings made of hand tooled leather from 1631 that was specially brought back from Cordoba, Spain in 1862 by the 3rd Earl [7]. As the first point of entry for guests and a large space for gathering, the saloon is physically and socially the heart of the house [8].</div>
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The stagy Gothic style of the saloon was already out of date at the time of its construction in the 1860s; this was a deliberate attempt to reach towards the past [4]. The saloon mirrors Barry's 1840s plan for the entire house, with emphasis on extravagance and ancestry, and provides a dramatic backdrop for many scenes in <i>Downton Abbey, </i>including the family and staff's gathering to acknowledge the end of World War I.</div>
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The drawing room, decorated with green French silk in a late rococo revival style at the end of the 19th century, contains a number of family portraits of children [8]. The portrait of a young brother and sister holding a dove was painted by Richardson in 1703; these children are Katherine and Robert Herbert, the children of the 8th Earl of Pembroke [4].<br />
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Other works in the drawing room include portraits of Henry Herbert, afterwords First Earl of Carnarvon by Zoffany; Henry, Tenth Earl of Pembroke by Reynolds; Lady Almeria Carpenter by Beechey; Seymour, the Marquess of Hertford by Reynolds in 1759; and the Countess of Romney by Reynolds in 1776 [9]. Reynolds was famed for his Grand Manner portraiture and mode of painting individuals to reflect an idea of their social standing, and this type of portraiture is very well represented in the Highclere Castle drawing room [10].</div>
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The multitude of family portraits on the walls of the Highclere Castle dining room emphasize the owner's celebrated ancestry and influential relatives. These ancestors look down on the dinner parties and gatherings of their descendants, as these descendants look back at the portraits and feel all the more connected to their roots and inspired by their heritage.</div>
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Three works by van Dyck hang in the dining room of Highclere Castle, including the grandiose 1635 portrait of Charles I. The dining room also displays portraits of Henry, First Earl of Carnarvon by Gainsborough; Anne Clifford, Countess of Dorset, Pembroke, and Montgomery, copy from van Dyck by Phillips; Sir Francis Molyneux; William, Third Earl of Pembroke, copy from van Dyck by Brompton; Anne Sophia, Countess of Carnarvon and Wife of R. Dormer, Earl of Carnarvon by van Dyck; Thomas, Eighth Earl of Pembroke by Lely; Philip, Fourth Earl of Pembroke by van Dyck; and Margaret Sawyer, Daughter of Sir R. Sawyer, Countess of Pembroke by Kneller [9].</div>
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The monumental portrait of Charles I on horseback is most easily visible and recognizable in the background of the dining room. This work is particularly noticeable in <i>Downton Abbey</i> when the family gathers in the morning for breakfast; the sunlight shines into the room, and the Earl of Grantham is positioned right below the portrait of Charles I. Following a long tradition of antique and Renaissance equestrian monuments, Charles I's display reinforces his image as the ruler of Britain, as Lord Grantham's positioning next to it reinforces his image as the ruler of Downton Abbey [10]. Van Dyck avoided painting individuals in conventionally fashionable clothing except in his portraits of royalty; he usually preferred a timeless quality in his works [11]. The original portrait is in the royal collection, but van Dyck made several copies including this one and one at <a href="http://periodpiecesandportraiture.blogspot.com/2013/04/corsham-court.html">Corsham Court</a>. On either side of Charles I are portraits of Carnarvon ancestors who were part of the civil war in the 1640s [8].</div>
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A portrait of Henry Herbert, the first Earl, by Beechey is displayed over the fireplace in the library; as he gained favor with George III and helped defuse anti-Catholic riots, he was created the first Earl in 1793 [12]. The library was used as a "withdrawing" room by the 4th Earl during the late Victorian period, as a place to discuss politics or sit in peace [8]. This room conveys a feeling of comfort and masculinity, and serves a perfect place for Lord Grantham to retire with the other gentlemen in <i>Downton Abbey </i>[4].</div>
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Some of the earliest works in the Highclere Castle art collection are found in the smoking room, including 17th century Dutch paintings; also displayed are portraits linking the Carnarvons to family cousins at Wilton House [8]. While the smoking room is not used in <i>Downton Abbey</i>, it can be seen in its representation as Totleigh Towers in <i>Jeeves and Wooster.</i></div>
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Viewers of <i>Downton Abbey</i> have become akin to the polite tourists who would visit Highclere Castle in the 18th and 19th centuries; through watching the PBS series, they experience<i> </i>the house and judge and compare the works of art that decorate its walls. In this way, a modern audience can develop and refine their artistic taste just as visitors to the house have done throughout the centuries [13].</div>
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Highclere Castle has come to be irrevocably linked with <i>Downton Abbey</i>, and this connection might be the very thing that has saved the country house; income from the production of <i>Downton Abbey</i> along with a marked increase in tourism has pulled Highclere Castle out of financial and literal ruin [14]. The gain is not only financial, though; as television specials, articles, and blog posts will show, there has been a revitalization of interest in the history of Highclere Castle and of country houses as a whole. The struggles, difficult decisions, and money concerns of the Earl of Grantham with Downton Abbey directly mirror those of the current owner of Highclere Castle. Figuring out how to support a demanding country house in a rapidly changing world is always a dilemma; thankfully, because of <i>Downton Abbey</i>, the Carnarvons now have an excellent solution.</div>
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<a href="http://www.loseleypark.co.uk/">Loseley Park</a> is an Elizabethan country house in Surrey, built in the mid-16th century by Sir William More expressly to entertain Queen Elizabeth I [1]. It remains the home of the now More-Molyneux family, and has been left remarkably little changed since it was constructed. The house represents Donwell Abbey in the 2009 version of <i><a href="http://www.imdb.com/title/tt1366312/">Emma</a></i>, and can also be seen in<i> <a href="http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0443579/">Marple: 4:50 from Paddington</a></i>,<i> </i>and 2008's <i><a href="http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0847150/">Sense and Sensibility</a>.</i></div>
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Jane Austen's descriptions of the country houses which form the setting for many of her novels are few and far between. On the interiors of these great houses, such as Kellynch, Pemberley, and Norland, we are told even less. The descriptions with the most extensive detail primarily refer to older houses, such as Northanger Abbey and Donwell Abbey, and even then Austen is never very explicit [2]. The Tudor interiors and many portraits in Loseley Park make it a very fitting location for filming Donwell Abbey.</div>
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Donwell Abbey in <i>Emma</i> is somewhat of an old-fashioned estate and even the owner's name, Knightley, is connected to a traditional role with a feudal origin [3]. Knightley is presented as the ideal landowner, with a respectable size and style of country house, both rambling and irregular, representative of true gentility. The interiors of Loseley Park exceptionally reflect that feeling of gentility and history; it is clear why it was chosen to represent Donwell Abbey.</div>
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Loseley Park features a small but impressive portrait of Anne Boleyn from 1533, depicting her wearing a pearl necklace with the initials "A" and "H"; this was painted after her marriage to Henry VIII [4]. This is one of the few paintings of Anne Boleyn in existence. Portraits of English monarchs were among the items most frequently found in the art collections of Tudor country houses, and this is particularly true of Loseley Park [5].</div>
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The definite highlight of Loseley Park is the magnificent Great Hall, which contains panelling from Henry VIII's Nonsuch Palace and displays a collection of royal and family portraits [6]. The centerpiece of the Great Hall is massive 18th century group portrait of Sir More-Molyneux and his family, placed on a wall near a window to utilize the natural light. The family gravely looks out at the hall from within their giant frame, almost expectant; the life-size figures come across as real people, caught in one moment instead of stiff, simply painted depictions [7]. This portrait was painted in the actual Loseley Park Great Hall where it now hangs, further emphasizing the sense that the individuals displayed are present in the room. There is an interplay of gazes between the painted family and their descendants which is quite palpable.</div>
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King James I was so impressed by his visit to Loseley Park that he commissioned a pair of portraits of himself and his wife to be painted by John de Critz to hang in the Great Hall; these works are still visible [8]. The royal portraits which decorate the walls of Loseley Park display the family's political ideals and connections, and also pay tribute to the royal guests that visited over the years [9]. </div>
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For centuries, Loseley Park's Great Hall contained the first known portrait of Edward VI as king, painted in c.1548; unfortunately this work is no longer displayed in the country house, as it was sold in 2004 for the vast sum of <span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times, 'Times New Roman', serif;">£621,250 [10]. It is always sad when a family begins to sell their country house art collection, but perhaps for the sake of the continuance of the house it is necessary. Regardless, Loseley Park still features many impressive and important portraits, both royal and family, which can be seen in person and in films.</span></div>
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<a href="http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/sudbury-hall-and-museum-of-childhood/">Sudbury Hall</a> in Derbyshire was inherited by Sir John Vernon in 1513 and remained the Vernon country home until 1967 when it was transferred to the National Trust [1]. The house as seen today is mainly the creation of George Vernon who rebuilt Sudbury Hall in the mid-17th century [2]. With rooms that are "lofty and handsome, neither gaudy nor uselessly fine; with less of splendour, and more real elegance [3]", Sudbury Hall is famed as the interior location of Pemberley in the 1995 production of <a href="http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0112130/"><i>Pride and Prejudice</i></a>.</div>
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It was planned that Lyme Park would represent both the exterior and interior of Pemberley in <i>Pride and Prejudice</i>, however, a change of management at Lyme Park meant the interior was no longer available; Sudbury Hall was miles away, but was chosen because of its elegant interiors and impressive long gallery [4]. Said <span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 19px;"><i>Pride and Prejudice</i> Location Manager </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 19px;">Sam Breckman,</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 19px;"> </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 19px;">“H<span style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px;">ouses on the scale of Pemberley are few and far between. It is supposed to be in Derbyshire which would give it a distinctive northern look, and it has to be very big and set in stunning scenery” </span>[4]. The interior of Sudbury Hall, with its many family portraits, effectively establishes the Darcys as members of the established gentry.</span><br />
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From the 17th century onward, visiting country houses was an accepted social convention and popular pastime; visitors, who interacted with housekeepers and not the owners themselves, were particularly interested in the portraits on display which visually represented the family members and dynastic status of the house [5]. Perhaps the most famous of all country house visits is Elizabeth Bennett's tour of Pemberley, during which she reevaluates her feelings for Mr. Darcy based on the finery of his home and earnestness of his portrait.<br />
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The housekeeper first leads Elizabeth and her aunt and uncle into a room with ornate plasterwork and large portraits. In the film, this room is referred to as "The Music Room," however Sudbury Hall calls it a saloon. This would have been the most important of the reception rooms at Sudbury Hall, although it was likely first used as a dining room [6]. As the tour of the house continued, "[Mrs. Reynolds] related the subject of the pictures, the dimensions of the rooms, and the price of the furniture" [3], all details that visitors to the house would be interested to know.<br />
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In a very prominently placed portrait in the Long Gallery is Mary Onley, the wife of George Vernon; she is pregnant in this image, and her fertility is symbolized by the gathered folds of her dress and the pomegranates she holds [11]. As the wife of the owner who most extensively shaped Sudbury Hall, it is not surprising that her portrait is displayed in an eye-catching gilded frame in the center of the Long Gallery. </div>
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"In the gallery there were many family portraits, but they could have little to fix the attention of a stranger. Elizabeth walked on in quest of the only face whose features would be known to her. At last it arrested her- and she beheld a striking resemblance of Mr. Darcy, with such a smile over the face, as she remembered to have sometimes seen, when he looked at her" [3]. The success of a portrait, at the most basic level, is whether it truly conveys the sitter [12]. In this way, the portrait of Mr. Darcy in the Long Gallery is hugely successful, as Elizabeth "thought of his regard with a deeper sentiment of gratitude than it had ever raised before" [3]. This portrait of Colin Firth as Mr. Darcy was specially commissioned for <i>Pride and Prejudice</i>, and given to Firth as a gift at the end of filming. He then gave it to his mother, and it was auctioned for charity in 2009; it sold for an astounding<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times, 'Times New Roman', serif;"> <span class="Apple-style-span" style="border-collapse: collapse; line-height: 18px;">£12,000</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="border-collapse: collapse; color: #464646; line-height: 18px;"> </span></span>[13]. </div>
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In a period when the upkeep of a country house can be too expensive for private owners, the National Trust has rescued many magnificent houses including Sudbury Hall. The grand but tasteful interiors of Sudbury Hall reflect on the wealth and taste of the Vernon family, and perfectly represent Pemberley as Mr. Darcy reveals his moral character through his aesthetic choices [14].</div>
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<a href="http://www.dorneycourt.co.uk/">Dorney Court</a> near Windsor has been the Palmer family home for over 450 years and is an excellent example of Tudor architecture [1]. 'Dorney' is the ancient word for 'island of bees,' and Dorney Court well-known for its honey which is still produced there today; additionally, the very first pineapple in England was grown at Dorney Court [2]. The house contains a large collection of family portraits, many of which can be seen in <i><a href="http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0847150/">Sense and Sensibility</a></i>, <i>Jeeves and Wooster: Series Three, Episode Six (<a href="http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0614714/">Comrade Bingo</a>)</i>, <i><a href="http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0414752/">Marple: The Body in the Library</a></i>, and <i><a href="http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0491050/">Marple: The Sittaford Mystery</a></i>.</div>
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The paneled rooms and galleried hall of Dorney Court provide a fitting backdrop for period pieces looking for a country house with a more serious tone. Although the dining room and great hall of Dorney Court feel dark and somber, the presence of many family portraits adds a personal touch and livens up the space.</div>
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In the mid-18th century, British country house collection additions were directly linked to the Grand Tour and the influence of European old masters [3]. The wealthy British men who would tour Europe, particularly Italy, would then return to their country houses with sculptures and artworks they purchased on their journey. Oftentimes they would acquire recreations of paintings by old masters, although occasionally they would be duped into buying a fake. I believe the former is true of the portrait of Baldassare Castiglione displayed at Dorney Court; inspired by the evident artistic expertise of Raphael, the owner of Dorney Court likely commissioned or found a copy of the classic portrait with the intention of hanging it among the other portraits displayed in his country house.</div>
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It is interesting to see the many portraits of Dorney Court displayed on linenfold dark wood paneling, which provides a unique backing in comparison to usual country house white walls or wallpapered rooms. Each panel has a rippled effect which evokes a cloth-like feel, creating a flowing backdrop for the country house's art collection [3].</div>
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For grand country houses, the hall was an essential status symbol, further heightened by the display of family and royal portraits [4]. The Great Hall of Dorney Court is the heart of the house, as the room where the lord of the manor and his family would dine, as well as where visitors would be welcomed [5]. As the central greeting place for guests, the hall was expected to be dramatic and grandiose; Dorney Court fulfills both of these, with an impressive fireplace, rustic furniture and light fixtures, and paintings covering the walls. </div>
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A portrait of Barbara Palmer, wife of Sir Roger Palmer and mistress of Charles II is prominently displayed in the Great Hall at Dorney Court [1]. Charles II often visited the Palmer's country house before Barbara and her husband separated. The Dorney Court portrait of Barbara Palmer is clearly modeled off of a c.1666 portrait by Lely that hangs in the National Portrait Gallery in London.</div>
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The first pineapple grown in England was raised in the greenhouse at Dorney Court; this horticulturally significant event was so important that the pineapple itself was presented to Charles II in 1661 [1]. A stone pineapple is displayed in the Great Hall of Dorney court to commemorate the event. This pineapple can be seen below, in a view of the Great Hall not often captured in films.</div>
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While many country houses are updated with each passing architectural period, Dorney Court has retained its original Tudor feel; The Palmers resisted most urges to remodel, and so their brick and timbered manor house remains surrounded in an atmosphere of antiquity [5]. With twelve generations of family portraits bedecking its walls, Dorney Court presents a palpable sense of history, as a long-held family country home as well as a setting for the filming of several period pieces.</div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-small;">[1] </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Times New Roman';"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-small;">The DiCamillo Companion to British & Irish
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This discussion of Wrotham Park is continued from <a href="http://periodpiecesandportraiture.blogspot.com/2013/04/wrotham-park-part-one.html">Wrotham Part: Part One</a>. The art collection of <a href="http://www.wrothampark.com/">Wrotham Park</a> was built up considerably from the late 18th to the mid-19th century, with works by old masters as well as leading painters of the day [1]. Portraits by van Dyck, Kneller, Reynolds, Lawrence, de Laszlo, and Sargent decorate the house, in particular the Staircase Hall. The staircase at Wrotham Park, visible in a number of period films, is quite simply marvelous. Through movie stills from <i>Poirot: Series One, Episode Three (<a href="http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0483458/">The Adventure of Johnnie Waverly</a>),</i> <i>Jeeves and Wooster: </i><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: normal;"><i>Series One, Episode Four (<a href="http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0614721/">The Hunger Strike</a>), </i></span></i><i>Series One, Episode Five (<a href="http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0614734/">Brinkley Manor</a>)</i>,<i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: normal;"><i> </i></span></i><i>Series Two, Episode Four (<a href="http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0614718/">Jeeves in the Country</a>)</i>, <i>Series Two, Episode Five (<a href="http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0614731/">Kidnapped!</a>), </i><i>Series Four, Episode Four (<a href="http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0614713/">The Delayed Arrival</a>);</i> <i><a href="http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0280707/">Gosford Park</a></i>, <i><a href="http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0321897/">Daniel Deronda</a></i>, and <i><a href="http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0243155/">Bridget Jones's Diary</a></i>, we can better experience and appreciate the portrait covered walls.</div>
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It is interesting to see how the portraits displayed in a space change from film to film. One typically does not expect long-held country house collections to be rearranged, but in fact, the acquisition of new works over time often results in an alteration in the hanging of the collection [5]. This is particularly true in looking at Wrotham Park's Staircase Hall; for example, the portrait of the contemplative-looking woman in the center of the staircase is present in many <i>Jeeves and Wooster</i> episodes from the 1990s, but does not appear in the 1989 episode of <i>Poirot</i> or in 2002's <i>Daniel Deronda</i>. It seems that this portrait has been added to replace the usual display of the central tapestry and grandfather clock; the reason for this, the changes back and forth over time, and the origins of this work are unclear.</div>
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<i>Gosford Park</i> has a completely different treatment of the decoration at the center of the stairs. In the film, the historically important<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 16px;"> tapestry from the coronation of King George VI has been replaced with a less colorful nature-based hanging. This change is a decision made specifically for the filming of <i>Gosford Park</i>, as the original tapestry is back in place just a year later for the filming of <i>Daniel Deronda</i>. Perhaps those in charge of set design preferred a more subtle, beige look for the Staircase Hall for <i>Gosford Park</i>.</span><br />
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<i>Daniel Deronda</i> was not exempt from making changes of the typical hanging of the paintings in the Staircase Hall at Wrotham Park, though. The portrait directly to the right of the door in the stairwell is usually of a woman dressed in pink and sitting in a white wicker chair. For the set of <i>Daniel Deronda</i>, however, in its place is a group portrait of a mother and daughter. This change is more easily understandable: this very 20th century-looking portrait is quite eye-catching, particularly due to its use of white in an area with predominantly dark-toned works. For a story that is set in the mid-19th century, such a portrait is obviously incongruous.<br />
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The walls of the stairwell in <i>Poirot: Series One, Episode Three (The Adventure of Johnnie Waverly)</i> are oddly bare. Particularly around the entrance door, the usual paintings have been taken down. It might have been important to the set designers that Waverly Court be interpreted as a newer country house, perhaps belonging to recently landed gentry, still developing its art collection and not so inundated with family portraits.<br />
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The right side of Wrotham Park's stairwell is much less represented in film than the left side. <span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 16px;">Hugh Dancy, star of <i>Daniel Deronda</i> commented on his experience at Wrotham Park: "For a few days we were at Wrotham Park in Hertfordshire, where Robert Altman's Oscar-winning Gosford Park was filmed, and I realised they were only ever filming in one direction in the hallway - because on the other side of the hall were paintings so famous that people would have realised they were from the wrong period" [6]. From the brief view of the right side of the hall in <i>Gosford Park</i>, it is clear that the works on that wall, particularly the striking portrait by Sargent, are more contemporary than the setting of these period pieces and therefore, much less frequently filmed. Clearly, the paintings on the walls of country houses factor significantly into filming choices, particularly when a movie's time period is such an important component to the plot.</span><br />
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<a href="http://www.wrothampark.com/">Wrotham Park</a> is a stately Palladian country house in Hertfordshire, built in the mid-18th century for Admiral John Byng; although it was badly damaged by a devastating fire in 1883, the house was rebuilt and the still impressive interiors have been used for many period films, most notably <i><a href="http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0280707/">Gosford Park</a> </i>[1]. <i><a href="http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0321897/">Daniel Deronda</a></i>, <i>Jeeves and Wooster: Series One, Episode Four (<a href="http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0614721/">The Hunger Strike</a>)</i>, <i><a href="http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0847150/">Sense and Sensibility</a></i>, and <i>Poirot: Series One, Episode Three (<a href="http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0483458/">The Adventure of Johnnie Waverly</a>)</i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-small;"> </span>all utilized various rooms of Wrotham Park for their sets as well.</div>
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The 1883 fire at Wrotham Park broke out in the top room of the house, and the fire brigade pumps did not have enough power to reach higher than the portico [2]. The house was gutted, but the fire spread slowly enough that all important contents, including the painting collection, were saved; Wrotham Park was rebuilt in the same style, but using more solid, structurally sound Victorian techniques [2]. Through the frequent use of the house in period films, the viewer can gain access to many rooms of the house including the saloon, library, entrance hall, hallways, sitting room, and dining room.</div>
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The saloon at Wrotham Park displays a striking group portrait which takes up almost the entirety of one of the walls. Offset by deep red wallpaper, this work demands attention and is certainly the focal point of the room. The lustrous silk of the women's dresses and the traditional posing make this group portrait reminiscent of work by Lely in the 17th century.</div>
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One small royal portrait is visible in the library of Wrotham Park. This placement is quite important, as the library was a crucial part of the male sphere during Victorian times, as a place for political discussions or solitary contemplation. In fact, the library was oftentimes the largest and most comfortable room in a Victorian country house [3]. The decoration of libraries tended to be more subtle and serious; this is the case with the Wrotham Park library. The modest royal portrait speaks to political affiliations, perhaps, without overwhelming the entire room.</div>
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As the first point of contact for guest to Wrotham House, the portraits displayed in the entrance hall are crucially important in the public face of the country house. The Regency period placed more of an emphasis on entertaining and house parties, and the 18th century saw a noted increase in the visits of tourists to country houses, purely out of curiosity or interest [4]. The most illustrious or easily recognizable portraits would then be placed in entrance halls, such as the one at Wrotham Park, which features several lovely 18th century works and a particularly impressive wall-length portrait.</div>
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The display of portraits in the hallways of country houses always seems very intimate and significant in telling the story of the house and its family. Not simply reserved for long galleries or dining rooms, portraits appear on seemingly every wall and hallway in many country houses. The portraits in the hallways are smaller and seen in passing, but that does not lessen their value; if anything, it is these quiet moments, free of ostentation and fuss, which tell the most about a country house.</div>
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The Dining Room at Wrotham Park contains six family portraits by Sir Francis Grant, including Field Marshal the 1st Earl of Strafford above the fireplace flanked by portraits of his grandsons [3]. The portraits in the dining room serve a very public function; as a location of much entertaining of guests and fancy dinner parties, owners as well as visitors would view and enjoy these works [6]. These grand family portraits are definite statements of wealth and connections. It is easy to understand then why so many films have used this room as part of their backdrop; the ornateness of the walls and impressive portraits with important familial connections to the owners of Wrotham Park provide a visual wealth and ancestry that carries over to the fictional country house owners.</div>
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Unfortunately, Wrotham Park is not open to the public; however, the vast amount of period pieces that have used the house's impressive rooms almost makes up for that fact. Through these films, viewers can experience the rich history and multitude of portraits which give Wrotham Park such an allure without ever having to leave their house. A discussion of Wrotham Park continues in <a href="http://periodpiecesandportraiture.blogspot.com/2013/04/wrotham-park-part-two.html">Wrotham Park: Part Two</a>.</div>
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<a href="http://www.wentworthwoodhouse.co.uk/">Wentworth Woodhouse</a> is an enormous country house in South Yorkshire with 365 rooms, 1000 windows, and five miles of underground passageways [1]. It was originally the home of the Wentworths in the 13th through 17th centuries, and then passed to the wealthy Fitzwilliam family in the 18th century [2]. For the Fitzwilliams, Wentworth Woodhouse exhibited their great wealth and status, and was frequently used as a venue for entertaining. The house features an acclaimed art collection, with rooms dedicated to its display including the Van Dyck Room and the Long Gallery. Wentworth Woodhouse was used when filming the grandiose Cumnor Towers in <a href="http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0215364/">Wives and Daughters</a>.</div>
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Paintings in Wentworth Woodhouse include works by Van Dyck, Lawrence, Reynolds, Lely, Lorraine, and many others. These works stand as examples of taste, discernment, and wealth for all visitors and guests to marvel at [3]. Additionally, the Palladian style of the facade continues in the interior of the house, which features Neoclassical architectural elements and an elaborate gold ornamentation throughout.</div>
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Sadly, much of the contents of Wentworth Woodhouse were sold in 1949 in a period of transition after the death of the 8th Earl Fitzwilliam [1]. I can only suppose that the works visible in the scenes of <i>Wives and Daughters</i> are what remains of the house's art collection. Considering the still impressive decorations of the interiors today, one can only imagine the splendor of the rooms in their heyday. Wentworth Woodhouse contains the whole gamut of portrait types: royal and family, large and small, group and individual. Little information is available about the history of each of these works, but they can still be viewed and appreciated in their own right, as well as in their function of adding to the rich atmosphere of Wentworth Woodhouse and, by proxy, Cumnor Towers in <i>Wives and Daughters</i>.</div>
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The fate of Wentworth Woodhouse is indicative of the consequences of the fall of the British country house. Such a large building, dilapidated and in disrepair, grows increasingly difficult to maintain in modern times, particularly under private ownership. Often, the sale of a precious art collection is necessary for the survival of the house. This is a very lucrative option; for example, in 1998 Wentworth Woodhouse sold a portrait of Thomas Wriothesley, 4th Earl of Southampton by Lely for <span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times, 'Times New Roman', serif;">£25,300, <i>The Infant Hercules</i> by Reynolds for </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times, 'Times New Roman', serif;">£199,500, and many other paintings t</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times, 'Times New Roman', serif;">hrough Christie's [1]</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times, 'Times New Roman', serif;">. While these auctioned works usually are bought by major museums and displayed for a wide public, it is still a shame that many country houses are unable to retain the art collections that their families developed over generations and centuries.</span></div>
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Country Houses. “Wentworth Woodhouse.” Accessed April 24, 2013. </span></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Times New Roman';"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-small;"> www.dicamillocompanion.com/Houses_detail.asp?ID=2084.</span></span><br />
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Woodhouse.” Accessed April 24, 2013. </span></span><br />
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<a href="http://www.syonpark.co.uk/">Syon House</a>, located just outside of London, was built on the site of a 15th century abbey and was remodeled substantially in the mid-16th century and then again in the mid-18th century [1]. The estate has passed from generation to generation of the Northumberland family, each owner putting their own mark on the house and grounds. The interior as seen today was designed by the well-known Neoclassical architect Robert Adam in the 1760s, and the renowned Red Drawing Room has been the site of filming for both the 1996 version of <a href="http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0116191/">Emma</a> and briefly for the 2008 biopic <a href="http://www.imdb.com/title/tt1076240/">Miss Austen Regrets</a>.</div>
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Both the House of Tudor and the House of Stuart have connections to Syon House. Tudor queens Lady Jane Grey, Catherine Howard, and Catherine of Aragorn all spent time at the house, as well as Stuart king Charles I and his children. These illustrious royal connections are reflected in the impressive collection of royal portraits which decorate the interior of the house.</div>
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The Red Drawing Room is decorated with luxurious crimson Spitalfields silk brocade, which greatly enhances the series of Stuart royal family portraits displayed on the walls [2]. There include portraits of Charles I, his wife Henrietta Maria, his daughter Henrietta, his second son the Duke of York, and his first son Charles II with his wife Catherine of Braganza. The whole family of Charles I seems to be depicted on the walls of the Red Drawing Room.</div>
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Typically, family portraits in a country house depict the relatives and ancestors of the owner, proudly displayed in drawing rooms or long galleries [3]. In the case of Syon House, however, the portraits are instead of the royal Stuart dynasty. These works reveal the Northumberland family's continued political allegiances and opinions [4]. The fact that even in a time of political strife and Civil War in England, these royal portraits still decorated the walls of the Red Drawing Room speaks to the owners' deeply felt alliances and ideals.</div>
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The most notable portrait in the Red Drawing Room depicts Charles I and his second son James, Duke of York. This was painted by Sir Peter Lely, and bought by the owner of Syon House, the 10th Earl of Northumberland, in 1647 to commemorate when several of the royal children stayed with him while Charles I was imprisoned at nearby Hampton Court Palace [5]. Charles I was still allowed to visit his children at Syon House, and this double portrait might have been painted by Lely during one of those visits. The 10th Earl paid on<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times, 'Times New Roman', serif;">ly <span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 16px;">£20 for this work [5].</span></span></div>
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There seems to be a visible sadness in the eyes of Charles I and his son James in Lely's portrait. Granted, times were hard for the monarchy in England during the mid-17th century, but surely neither individual could have predicted that Charles I would be executed less than two short years after being depicted here. As this portrait marks one of the rare occasions in which the imprisoned king was allowed to see his children, it is not surprising that it contains such a great amount of emotional intensity [6]. The two individuals are fully engaged with each other, not even glancing out to acknowledge the viewer. The billowing curtain and matching voluminous cloud provide a dramatic backdrop for a touching scene between father and son.</div>
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It is interesting that a country house with so many connections to past monarchs and representations of political alliances would be chosen to represent Hartfield in <i>Emma</i>. Regency architectural style was typically either Gothic or classical, as Syon House is; Hartfield is the only 'modern' Regency house in Jane Austen's novels, with its flowing and simple interiors [7]. Thus, Syon House does not seem to match Austen's own envisioning of the Emma's residence, and the obvious political slant of the Red Drawing Room does not seem to have any kind of parallel in the plot of <i>Emma. </i>However, the room is quite visually appealing and full of interesting history, so the use of Syon House as the backdrop for various period films is perhaps warranted after all.</div>
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The ballroom at Brocket Hall, also called the dining room or the saloon in various sources, is lined with impressive full-length royal and family portraits. From depictions of Charles I to representations of the Prince Regent with his horse, these works provide a fitting backdrop for Netherfield Park and its much anticipated ball.<br />
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Although there is little information available about the identities of the individuals in these very fine 17th, 18th, and 19th century portraits, some of the faces are immediately recognizable. Below on the left is undoubtedly Charles I, with his easily distinguishable facial features and beard. The period between the reign of Charles I and the rise of the House of Hanover in Britain saw a huge growth of portrait collections in country houses [2]; this proliferation is reflected in the artistic holdings of Brocket Hall's ballroom. In these portraits, visitors can recognize not only the great wealth of the family, to be able to commission or acquire these noteworthy works, but also their connection to the most powerful royal houses of Britain.</div>
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The ballroom at Brocket Hall functions similarly to a traditional country house long gallery. With magnificent royal and family portraits lined up on one side of the wall and large windows opposite letting in natural light, the setup of the ballroom is akin to that of a gallery. They also share the elevated architectural space so important in the display of large portraits [3]. However, while Brocket Hall's ballroom is intended expressly for the gathering of people, long galleries were more for solitary exercise or contemplation of the fine portraits displayed [4]. Still, the impressive qualities of the portraits here have the same effect as paintings displayed in long galleries, with an emphasis on influential familial connections and celebrated relatives.</div>
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The Prince Regent, later George IV, was a frequent visitor to Brocket Hall and gave to the house a large portrait of himself, painted by Reynolds in 1784 [5]. This gift can in part be explained by the romantic liaison between the Prince Regent and the wife of the owner of the house. The emphasis on the rump of the horse in the portrait is undoubtedly a pointed message from the Prince Regent to Brocket Hall's cuckolded owner. Unfortunately, the original portrait was sold in the 1990s during a transitional period between owners, and a copy of that work is now displayed in the ballroom.</div>
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The concept of a country house as a place to meet and entertain is retained at Brocket Hall still today. Their ballroom provides the space for large groups to dine and socialize, surrounded by impressive royal and family portraits, much as house parties might have functioned in the 18th and 19th centuries in the very same space. Whether it is a present day wedding dinner or corporate meeting, or the first dance of Elizabeth Bennet and Mr. Darcy at the Netherfield Ball, the ambiance of the Brocket Hall ballroom contributes greatly to an always maintained sense of dignity and importance.</div>
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The bedrooms at Levens Hall are on the second level, accessed by a long oak staircase. While its 18th century furniture and Portuguese four-poster bed are well-renowned, the female portraits on either side of the bed are also quite lovely [3]. These portraits can be understood as being displayed expressly for the owners of the house; bedrooms were like a sanctuary in a country house, completely away from the prying eyes of guests and tourists. Thus, an appreciation for the aesthetic qualities of the works, along with a pride in the ancestral legacy connected to individuals in the portraits both factor into the interior decoration of this private sphere.</div>
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Featured prominently on the wall of the drawing room is the portrait by Sir Peter Lely of Colonel James Grahme, who purchased Levens Hall in 1689 [4]. This Grand Manner portrait displays the fashionable elegance of Colonel Grahme, in his full-length wig and ruffled, expensive robe. It is no wonder that this work decorates the drawing room, which would have been a place of much socializing and entertaining of visitors. Also, as Levens Hall passed from family to family, the display of this portrait exhibits the current owner's celebration of the house's grand history.</div>
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While being filmed for <i>Wives and Daughters</i>, Levens Hall's drawing room featured a male and a female portrait to the left and right of the fireplace. However, in more recent photographs of the room, a woman in a grand hat is to the left and some sort of historic scene is to the right; this speaks to the fluidity of country house art collections. Hardly ever static, works were sold, acquired, and moved with some frequency [5]. Likely, the owners decided to rotate the artwork in their drawing room after <i>Wives and Daughters</i> was filmed in 1999. Or perhaps those in charge of set design for the miniseries requested slightly smaller and less ornate works in the drawing room to match the somber tone of Hamley Hall.</div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-small;">[5]</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-small;"> <span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Times New Roman';">Hearn, Karen. <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">In Celebration: the Art of the Country House</i>.
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The art collection at Wilton House is vast and impressive, containing over 230 works by renowned artists such as Rembrandt, Holbein, Hals, Rubens, Reynolds, and Brueghel [2]. The collection is particularly rich in its holding of works by van Dyck; family portraits he painted are displayed on the walls of the ornate Single and Double Cube Rooms.</div>
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As part of the renovation by Inigo Jones in the mid-17th century, the Double Cube Room was designed and built; at 60 feet long, 30 feet wide, and 30 feet high, it effectively creates the dimensions of two side-by-side cubes [2]. While many portraits decorate its walls, undoubtedly the largest and most impressive is the group portrait of <i>Philip, 4th Earl of Pembroke, and His Family</i>. Measuring 17x11 feet, this was the largest canvas van Dyck ever painted, and figures prominently in the interior backdrop of Pemberley in <i>Pride and Prejudice</i>.</div>
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Like many portraits in other country houses, these works by van Dyck were originally displayed in London; in fact, the large group portrait of the Herbert family was likely painted in their London home, Durham House [3]. After the Double Cube Room was complete, the canvases were transported from Durham House to Wilton House at considerable risk and great labor due to their size and value [4]. Although they originally hung elsewhere, it is hard to imagine these works not in the elaborately gilded Double Cube Room of Wilton House.</div>
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The magnificent Double Cube Room contains not only family, but also royal portraits. For example, over the mantel of the fireplace hangs a portrait of the children of Charles I [4]. In fact, the Double Cube Room was originally called the King's Great Room due to both the multitude of royal portraits as well as the many visits of royalty to Wilton House [5]. </div>
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Van Dyck's popularity can at least partially be attributed to his translation of the atmosphere surrounding the court of Charles I into commissioned portraits [6]. The way he represented an effortless dignity of his subjects, particularly with an emphasis on facial expression, seems to embody the definition of successful portraiture. Van Dyck displayed not only the physical characteristics of the Herbert family members, but also their inner person; this is no small task, particularly with a group portrait of ten people, but van Dyck managed to capture each person's individuality while still allowing them to function as a group.</div>
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Wilton House is a place steeped in history and culture. The 2nd Earl was even a sponsor of Shakespeare, and the first performances of "Twelfth Night" and "As You Like It" were likely at Wilton House [2]. Ben Jonson, Edmund Spencer, Christopher Marlowe, and John Donne all visited on various occasions, and the art collection rivals that of major museums. While Wilton House is exceedingly impressive and grandiose, it is perhaps not what Jane Austen would have had in mind for Pemberley, which was to be a model of modern, if understated taste [7]. Regardless, Wilton House is a country house full of richly decorated rooms and wonderful art, perfect for filming or visiting.</div>
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<a href="http://www.powderham.co.uk/">Powderham</a> <a href="http://www.facebook.com/powderhamcastle">Castle</a> in Devon was completed at the beginning of the 15th century for the long-standing Courtenay family [1]. Victorian renovations resulted in the house we see today; the exterior is a recreation of an idealized medieval castle, while the interiors are purely Georgian in style [2]. Part of the 18th century remodeling in the house included the impressive Music Room and Staircase Hall. These rooms among others were used to represent Darlington Hall in the filming of <i><a href="http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0107943/">Remains of the Day</a></i></div>
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Courtenay family portraits are displayed throughout the house, including some works dating back to the 16th century [2]. Portraits came to be treated as heimlooms, intended to be passed down from generation to generation as part of the contents of the house [3]; this is particularly true with the long shared history of Powderham Castle and the family who owns it.</div>
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The spectacular Staircase Hall, with stylized plasterwork in deep relief and numerous portraits, was added to Powderham Castle in 1755 [1]. Stairs were a major focal point of many British country houses, as access to the more private upper level. Visitors privileged enough to ascend could pass by grand portraits of individuals crucial in shaping the character of the house; guests kept in main entertaining rooms on the ground floor could only look from afar.</div>
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While the portraits themselves have impressive gilded frames, the ornate plasterwork combined with the unique blue color of the walls further emphasize these works. The relationship between an image and its frame is essential for contemporary viewing of portraits [4]; the singling out of these particular works for exhibition in the Staircase Hall and the effective double framing connote their extreme significance to the family. The portraits display aristocratic individuals in expensive outfits, casual but unquestionably proper and poised. Through their emphasized display, their legacy is reflected on the current owners of Powderham Castle.</div>
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The Music Room at Powderham Castle was added in 1794-6 as a venue for the third Viscount's coming of age ball [2]. Its Neoclassical coffered dome and marble chimneypiece, along with large, full-length portraits figure greatly into the room's grandeur. The Music Room shares the same eye-catching shade of blue as the Staircase Hall, which contributes to the room's whimsical and airy feel. The large portraits look very formal, with dark colors and heavy robes; this helps the room to strike the perfect balance between serious and jovial.</div>
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Portraits by Kneller, Reynolds, and other artists in Powderham Castle contribute to the house's overwhelming atmosphere of family tradition [5]. Clearly, this is a country house that has belonged to the same family for over 600 years. Impressive portraits in the Music Room and Staircase Hall provide visual ancestral history for the Courtenays that is then transferred onto the Darlington family as the rooms are used in <i>Remains of the Day</i>.</div>
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Publishers, 1988.</span></span>Lilyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11885808114953545030noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5035944562943843918.post-43294774717900598102013-04-17T23:55:00.001-04:002013-04-20T14:52:46.624-04:00Newby Hall<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
Although the estate dates back to the 13th century, <a href="http://newbyhallandgardens.com/site/">Newby</a> <a href="http://www.facebook.com/newbyhallandgardens">Hall</a> in North Yorkshire was built in the late 17th century partially based on designs by the architect Sir Christopher Wren [1]. While Newby Hall is noted for its excellent collection of tapestries, classical sculpture, and furniture, there are also some very impressive portraits visible in the house. This country house represented the titular residence in the filming of 2007's <i><a href="http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0847182/">Mansfield Park</a>.</i></div>
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Jane Austen's descriptions of the houses at the center of many of her novels are sparse; on the interiors we are told even less [2]. This then leaves much room for creative interpretation on the part of film makers. In <i>Mansfield Park</i>, we are able to see portraits in the entrance hall, sitting room, and, most importantly, the dining room. These paintings create a visual legacy for the Bertram family and exhibit a stark contrast with young Fanny Price, their niece, who comes from a much poorer family.</div>
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In the 18th century, the Lord Granthams resided in Newby Hall. The 3rd Lord Grantham had the old dining room converted into a library and a new dining room constructed in the 1790s; this was called the Regency Dining Room [1]. The renovation is indicative of the move during Regency times from very formal, stifled rooms to more comfortable, accessible spaces. Although this shift is more easily noticeable in rooms dedicated to public entertaining, such as saloons, it is still tangible in the more private realm of the dining room.</div>
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The outstanding Neoclassical interiors of Newby Hall provide a more than suitable backdrop for <i>Mansfield Park</i>, indicative of taste and class and fitting of a baronet. The rooms appear slightly forbidding in a fancy sort of way, but tempered by moments of sincerity; the portraits on the walls help to soften the interiors and personalize the space. In this way, both Mansfield Park and Newby Hall become country houses steeped in tradition but still open and welcoming to guests. </div>
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Location: Newby Hall.” Accessed April 17, 2013. </span></span><br />
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<a href="http://www.westwycombe.co.uk/">West</a> <a href="http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/west-wycombe-park/">Wycombe</a> <a href="http://www.facebook.com/WestWycombeNT">Park</a> is an early 18th century Palladian villa in Buckinghamshire, now owned by the National Trust but still the residence of the Dashwood family . The grounds of West Wycombe Park are notable for their Neoclassical garden buildings inspired by Grecian archaeological finds [1]. The house, particularly its impressive yellow saloon, has been used in many period films including <i><a href="http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0321897/">Daniel Deronda</a></i>, <i>Foyle's War: Series 5, Episode 2 (<a href="http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0845686/">Casualties of War</a>)</i>, and <i><a href="http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0974077/">Cranford</a>.</i></div>
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While there is much information available about the interior decoration of the rooms of West Wycombe Park, greatly inspired by Roman and Greek mythology and Italian architecture, there is virtually nothing about the many portraits that hang in the saloon. </div>
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This house is much newer than many other country houses with portrait galleries dating back to the 16th century, containing images of relatives through the ages. West Wycombe Park was not built until the 18th century and so, while the Dashwood family itself certainly might have had the opportunity to amass ancestral paintings, the house they inhabit has none of that tradition of portraiture display. This then leaves the question of who is depicted in the portraits in the West Wycombe Park saloon.</div>
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While there is the possibility that these portraits truly are of the Dashwood family, inherited and passed down through the generations, there is another possibility; amidst landscapes and history paintings, these portraits may simply be an extension of the Dashwood art collection. Valued for aesthetic merit instead of familial connections, these works may in fact hold no further sentimental value for the Dashwoods. Also, family portrait collections usually vary greatly in size and style; the portraits on the walls of the saloon are all very regular, in artistic style and in size. This is not to say that perhaps there exist larger full-length family portraits that are displayed elsewhere in the house, but typically when an important receiving room exhibits such impressive works, there is much more of a variation. This is purely speculation, and I do wish there were more information available about the artwork in West Wycombe Park, but it remains something interesting to consider. </div>
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This classically inspired, Italianate house represented Hanbury Court, Lady Ludlow's house in <i>Cranford. </i>The grandness of the room, with its many artworks and vast decorated carpet complements the always proper, aristocratic nature of Lady Ludlow. Although she is a member of the town, she is completely separated from it, physically by her magnificent house and mentally by her high status. Lady Ludlow is a woman so adverse to change, even in the face of the decline of the aristocracy and the rise of the railroad. It is interesting, then, that her house is represented by one so unique and ahead of its time as West Wycombe Park.<br />
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Many of the portraits in the saloon of West Wycombe Park share similar themes; the torso is captured, with an emphasis on the face and hands and a dark background. Assuming these works are contemporary with the house as their style resembles, this reflects the growing trend in the 18th century of portraits with poses having little to do with the individual sitter; the artist simply captured their distinctive features in the traditional guise of proper deportment [2]. There is little variety in pose or expression, and the true details are in the costume and facial features.</div>
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The large windows on the north side of the room, visible below, provide abundant natural light to the space and give visitors a perfect prospect of the garden and grounds. As this was one of the main reception and entertaining rooms of the house, this magnificent vista of the exterior complements the many portraits in the interior in a dual effort to impress guests. In the 18th and 19th centuries, country houses were regularly open to visitors, and so even private art had a public function [3].</div>
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An emphasis on the spheres of private family life and public entertaining in country houses developed during the Regency period [4]. The saloon at West Wycombe Park represents the perfect marriage of the two. Even while emphasizing grandiose portraits and a spectacular view of the gardens, the room still retains a comfortableness and sense of warmth. These traits explain why West Wycombe Park has been used so frequently in the representation of country houses in period films.</div>
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In the episode of <i>Marple</i>, portraits can be seen in a small entrance hall as well as what looks to be a sitting room, all backed by wood panelling that decorates the walls. Although there is no accessible listing of the identities of those individuals represented in the many portraits throughout the house, we can imagine them all to be members of the family that has lived at Nether Winchendon House for over 400 years [2].</div>
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The listing of the many family members who have owned Nether Winchendon House since 1559 is quite long, so speculation as to which portrait is of which individual is rather pointless. It is very clear though that through the years, the inhabiters of this house have been very proud of their long ancestral lineage, and so have placed family portraits in many frequently traversed areas of the house. The art is not tucked away in a far off, seldom visited upstairs room, but figure predominantly in the decoration of a main entrance hall and favorite sitting room.</div>
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The late 18th century saw the development of country house interiors from grand palatial aspirations to more comfortable, modest spaces for entertaining [3]. Houses were still very impressive and attracted influential guests and interested tourists alike, but there was more of a warmth and welcomeness to the rooms. This shift can be seen with Nether Winchendon House's bright and inviting sitting room, decorated with a multitude of portraits from various eras and artistic styles. </div>
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The artistic representations chosen for display on the walls of a country house represent the cultural and dynastic status of that house and family [4]. Thus, more recent portraits in the sitting room of Nether Winchendon House are hung right next to a much earlier, full-length group portrait; although they look disparate side-by-side, they each work to establish and visually display the important connections of the family.<br />
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On the right is a portrait of a dignified-looking gentleman, doubtless one of the family portraits in the house; it looks to be part of the Grand Manner style, popularized by Reynolds in the 18th century as a way of expressing the status of male aristocratic patrons [5]. To its left is the large group portrait, obviously painted in a much earlier style. The fashion of wearing dramatic ruffs originated in the 16th century in England; this costume choice, along with the formal qualities of the work can help to date the portrait. Additionally, full-length portraits were introduced to England in the mid-16th century by Edward VI's court painter, Guillim Scrots [6], so this can also aid in dating the painting to the mid to late-16th century. One of the earliest and still persistent themes of portraiture is family [7]. This helps to explain the sheer size of the work, along with the depiction of children. </div>
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The use of Nether Winchendon House for <i>Marple: Ordeal by Innocence</i> seems particularly fitting, considering their shared emphasis on the importance of family. While the former underlines a centuries long tie to their country house, the latter features an extended family with many foster children, embroiled in the mystery of who killed their mother. For both, portraits in Nether Winchendon House serve to emphasize each family's closeness and longevity.</div>
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It seems that the upstairs hall functioned as a kind of picture gallery for Englefield House. There existed a long gallery elsewhere in the house where perhaps the older family portraits were displayed. </div>
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The paintings in the upstairs hall, as best as can be made out in the limited views, look to be more contemporary, particularly the seated man with clasped hands in the second image down. Or perhaps these were less important ancestors, or less impressive canvases; the long gallery might have been reserved for only full-length, large portraits. This space still serves a similar function as the long gallery, however; the room's purpose is as a walkway, but in the decoration, one can view ancestors, living relative, friends, and other faces [2].</div>
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The dining room at Englefield was renovated in the 1770s, as part of a reduction and modernization of the house [3]. As you can see in the scene in <i>Match Point</i>, it is a relatively modest room in comparison with other grand dining rooms of the day. Those ornate rooms would have been meant for extensive public entertaining, while this dining room is perhaps more private, just for the use of the family. The single female portrait on the wall then takes on more significance, as the likeness of a woman greatly esteemed in the family's eyes.</div>
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In the stairway of Englefield House hangs a portrait of a forbidding-looking man in a kind of half indoor, half outdoor location. I have found no information about who this man is, or who painted him; however, a portrait of the Reverend Nathaniel Wrighte, who married the inheritor of the estate in the 1710s, reportedly hangs in the house [3]. He is said to have been a stern, no-nonsense sort of man, so perhaps this portrait is of the Reverend Wrighte. The hand on the hip and dour facial expression certainly seem to reflect a seriousness of personality.</div>
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Although this house dates back to the 16th century, the collecting of art did not become a feature of country houses until the early 17th century [2]. There is an upsetting lack of information available about the art decorating the walls of Knebworth House, but each work doubtless has its own significance and history to the family.</div>
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The art in the state drawing room would have had an additional importance as well; as country houses regularly received visitors and tourists in the 18th and 19th centuries, certain rooms took on a more public function [3]. Art in these rooms, such as halls and drawing rooms, were meant for the owner's private enjoyment as well as public appreciation. The impressive group family portrait, visible below and in a scene of <i>The Canterville Ghost,</i> would have received much attention from visitors to the house as a fine example of a realistic treatment of faces merging with a picturesque quality of the background. And while non-family members could appreciate the artistic style of the portrait, it would carry further significance for the owner, as these would most certainly be depictions of relatives. </div>
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The Picture Gallery at Knebworth House serves as a kind of timeline of previous owners and family members. All of these portraits have been brought together and play a significant part in telling the story of the house and its development [4]. They are displayed in a long hall in a traditional manner- with an ornately decorated ceiling and facing windows to provide natural light.<br />
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A portrait of Sir Simon de Canterville, the titular ghost in the movie, is included in the family portrait gallery. This portrait is crucial to the plot, as it is the first contact of the main character, Ginny, with Sir Simon's likeness. He is initially described as a tyrant who killed his wife, but Ginny sees sadness and loneliness in his eyes, and this connection with his portrait leads her to help the ghost to move on. Although the portrait itself does not look very historically accurate (the pose is unusual, particularly for a man, and the cropping just below the knees is quite awkward), its role as a representation of the inner soul and true personality of an individual is very pertinent.</div>
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The idea that portraiture can convey a deeper truth about someone, simply from a superficial representation of their physical features is one that is widespread and generally accepted [5]. How artists are able to cut straight to the soul of the person they are depicting is more of a mystery. Artistic representations at Knebworth House show not only this important facet of portraiture, but also the importance of portraits to country house visitors.</div>
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<a href="http://www.corsham-court.co.uk/index.htm">Corsham Court</a> in Wiltshire was originally constructed in 1582, with extensive building improvements in the 18th century [1]. Several of its rooms, including it impressive Picture Gallery, were used in the film <i><a href="http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0107943/">Remains of the Day</a>.</i></div>
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Lancelot "Capability" Brown was the architect in charge of enlarging the house in the 1760s, and he was responsible for the construction of the Picture Gallery, which was integrated into his Elizabethan-style architectural plan [2]. </div>
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The Picture Gallery is 72 feet long and 24 feet wide and features works by van Dyck, Rubens, Reni, and other Old Masters. The collection also contains several English 16th and 17th century portraits, as well as a well-known 16th century group portrait by Sofonisba Anguissola<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-small;">.</span> The hanging of the art remains largely unchanged from its arrangement in the 18th century, and many of the works even retain their original frames. In country house galleries, the use of elaborate and unique frames for particular works of art draws attention to their importance to the collector [3]; in this case, every work, regardless of size, is framed with special care.</div>
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The room is lit by five large windows on its east side, which provide natural light to better view the collection. This signals the harmony between the exterior natural world and the interior artistic world [4]. The sumptuous Rococo style of the room is readily apparent in the gilded frames, deep red silk damask on the walls, and the ornate fireplace and ceiling decoration. These features all complement the art which was brought from London specifically to hang in this gallery.</div>
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It is difficult to see in the still from <i>Remains of the Day</i>, but in the image of Corsham Court in its typical appearance, it is possible to make out the group portrait by Anguissola just right of the fireplace. While this is a charming portrait of a family, capturing the innocence of youth, it is not a family portrait in the sense of establishing ancestral ties for the owner of the house. The Corsham collection is more about displaying sophisticated and expensive artistic taste than presenting a visual family tree. </div>
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Further right on the wall are additional smaller portraits, and the largest and most impressive canvas is featured on the far wall. This equestrian portrait by van Dyck fills the entire vertical space of the wall; full-length portraits in England were greatly facilitated by the introduction of canvas at the end of the 16th century [5]. The monumental height of the work and the elevation of Charles I above his riding master further emphasizes Charles I's power and influence. The presence of this portrait in the Picture Gallery then links the family with this royal power and serves as a visual reminder to all visitors of the illustrious nature of this country house. The work at Corsham Court is one of several copies of this equestrian portrait, all made by Van Dyck; another copy can be seen at Highclere Castle on the set of <i>Downton Abbey,</i> and the original is at Windsor Castle [6].<br />
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With a combination of works by Old Masters and renowned portraitists, the Picture Gallery at Corsham Court provides insight into not only the artistic connoisseurship of the collector, but also the important political ties of the family.</div>
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<a href="http://www.athelhampton.co.uk/">Athelhampton</a> <a href="http://www.facebook.com/Athelhampton">House</a> in Dorset dates back to the 15th century. Although it was seriously damaged by a fire in 1992 [1], the house was used for the 2009 movie <i><a href="http://www.imdb.com/title/tt1031241/">From Time to Time</a> </i>in which it represented the country estate, Green Knowe. </div>
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The Great Hall at Athelhampton figured prominently in the film, with an impressive fireplace and tapestry particularly eye-catching. In very grand country houses, the hall was continually a symbol of high status and a location of splendid entertaining [2]; doubtless the artworks displayed there were very carefully selected. </div>
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What's interesting here is the addition of a female portrait to the left of the fireplace for the interior set of the movie. This rather ghostly woman is not present in any photographs of the hall in its typical appearance. Visitors to country houses expected to see depictions of the family's ancestors, so the display of this portrait in a very public space of the house denotes its importance and familial ties [3]. It is unclear whether this painting is just a prop, or if it is a family portrait that usually is hung elsewhere in the house. Regardless, its prominent position next to the fireplace in a room which would have been the first impression of any guests works to establish both the ancestral connections and artistic appreciation of the residents. </div>
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Another element that figures prominently in the storyline of <i>From Time to Time</i> is the examination of portraits of individuals presented specifically as family members from centuries past. Although the film takes place in the 1940s, the main character, Tolly, is able to pass through time to 1805. Because Tolly, as well as the viewer, is first shown the artistic depictions of Sefton and Maria Oldknow, there is an expectation already forming about how the person actually looked. Implicit in this is a comparison between the subject represented in the frame, and the individual in person. When we are then presented with an actor playing that individual, we automatically think back to their portrait and judge its success in representing the individual, both physically and spiritually. In this way, the test of a portrait is whether it truly characterizes the person it claims to represent [4].</div>
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Also, because these two portraits were meant to expressly match each actor, they must have been created specifically for this movie. I wonder who painted them and what sort of techniques they used, and hope to find more information on this. To my eye, they seem to masterfully match the style of portraiture in the 19th century, and do a much better job of recreating historic portraiture than some other period films (<i>Bleak House</i>,<i> Wives and Daughters</i>,<i> </i>etc).</div>
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The same male portrait shown to the right of the fireplace in the 1940s scenes is in a different location in the 1805 scenes. This is indicative of the lack of any fixed plan for the display of art collections or family portraits in country houses. Long galleries were a popular exhibition space for many works of art due to ample wall space and ease of display. However, other rooms of the house were also decorated with treasured portraits including dining halls, parlour rooms, and great halls. With the acquisition of new works of art, the display of collections changed, and of course each new inheritor brought their own artistic sensibilities and preferences to the house [5]. Perhaps this gentleman in red was particularly appreciated by Maria Oldknow and was moved from a corridor to a more prominent position complementing her own portrait by the fireplace.</div>
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Through the presentation of portraits in <i>From Time to Time</i>, we can get a real sense of the profound family ties to the house, as both a movie set and as a historic space. The analysis of what makes a portrait a success is also alluded to, as viewers decide for themselves whether Maria and Sefton are accurately captured and truly immortalized in their portraits.</div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Times New Roman';">[1] The DiCamillo Companion to British & Irish
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