Uppark Restored

Rowell, Christopher and Robinson, John Martin

ISBN 10: 070780213X / ISBN 13: 9780707802138

Published by National Trust, 1996

Dispatched, from the UK, within 48 hours of ordering. This book is in good condition but will show signs of previous ownership. Please expect some creasing to the spine and/or minor damage to the cover. Name in front of book. Seller Inventory # CHL10633931

Synopsis:

Physical description: 192 pages : illustrations (some color) ; 26 cm. Notes: Includes bibliographical references (pages 187-188) and index. Subjects: Uppark (England); Uppark (South Harting, England); Uppark (Manor); Conservation and restoration; Uppark (House : West Sussex, England); Manors Conservation and restoration England; Historic; Art objects Conservation British Isles; Fire.

Synopsis: Uppark was a beautiful late 17th century house containing works of art collected on the Grand Tour. Its splendour was destroyed in August 1989 when the house caught fire and within hours was reduced to a gutted ruin. The National Trust faced the decision of what to do with the house and its contents, a high proportion of which had been rescued while the fire was fought. After great debate the house was saved and its contents repaired in an unprecedented five year programme of restoration. This book rells the story of the decision to restore the property and of the craftsmen and women brought together to return the house to its former splendour.

Bibliographic Details

Title: Uppark Restored
Publisher: National Trust
Publication Date: 1996
Binding: Paperback
Condition: Used; Good