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A description of Hemsworth High Hall-A typical Georgian mansion.
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A description of Hemsworth High Hall-A typical Georgian mansion. Hemsworth High Hall was built in 1770, so it an 18th mansion. During this time Britain as ruled by a series of kings called George, so the 18th century was called the Georgian times. The Georgian period was an age of beautiful country houses, built in the style and taste which reflected the wealth an status of their owners. Due to the improvements in agriculture and overseas trade, many landowners and merchants became filthy rich and could construct there own luxury mansions, even though there was a high chance that they would die before it was finished. The rich men would employ the finest designers, landscape gardeners and architects. One of the most architectural interests around this time was on the work of an Italian called Andrea Palladio. He studied the Romans Slender columns and elegant proportions, and built many buildings...
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