SearchCurrently displaying: 18 results. Clear the searchYou've searched for:Categories: "Places" xCategories: "Edwardian 1901-1910" x Search term Filter by Categories Archive (17)Collections (17)Denis Carter's Collection (17)Peter Oldridge's Image Collection (17)People (13)Charles Edward Keyser (1847-1929) (13)Filter by Decade 1900s (1) Sort by: RelevanceTitleOldestNewest Article from the Faringdon Advertiser, Saturday 14th August 1909 Newspaper image © The British Library Board. All rights reserved. With thanks to The British Newspaper Archive (www.britishnewspaperarchive.co.uk) Transcript of newspaper ... Manor House 1851 in Edwardian times-08 Another view of the lofty foyer. the right-hand door opens onto the library and the exit of the left leads to the gallery where the stained glass windows of the saints are to be found. Catalogue record: AH.0677 Manor House 1851 in Edwardian times-04 A first view of the library. The centre panel of the end wall is a concealed door, disguised as bookshelves. Catalogue record: AH.0673 Manor House 1851 in Edwardian times-02 One of two views, possibly of the Breakfast Room. Note the electric light fittings. Catalogue record: AH.0671 Manor House 1851 in Edwardian times-07 A view of the lofty foyer or entrance hall- the upstairs balconies are just visible. Catalogue record: AH.0676 Manor House 1851 in Edwardian times-03 Another view (as above 02) possibly of the Breakfast Room Catalogue record: AH.0672 Church historical- Edwardian photo 02 A view of the magnificent tomb. Catalogue record: AH.0683 Church historical- Edwardian photo 04 A further closeup of the eastern, altar wall after renovation. It can be seen that the Annunciation roundel has already been moved to its present location. Catalogue record: AH.0685 Church historical- Edwardian photo 03 A closer view of the eastern end of the church. The blank rectangle is simply the marble flagstone floor. Catalogue record: AH.0684 Manor House 1851 in Edwardian times-00 One of several group portraits which include Charles Keyser (front row, striped blazer holding a cricket bat), then a group of ladies (members of his family?), other worthies- and members of the Cricket team. Catalogue record: AH.0686 Manor House 1851 in Edwardian times-10 Another richly-furnished room, also featuring a billiard table as can be seen in the next photo but one. Catalogue record: AH.0679 Manor House 1851 in Edwardian times-01 A splendid gathering of early 20th Century motorists with their hornless carriages. Not a number plate to be seen- and did one of each party have to walk ahead with a red flag? Catalogue record: AH.0670 Church historical- Edwardian photo 01 A view of the church interior facing east, after Keyser's refurbishment. The "tortoise" stove seen in pre-renovation photos has been removed. Catalogue record: AH.0682 Manor House 1851 in Edwardian times-12 A splendid billiard table with electric lighting, in the same room judging by the ceiling and furniture. Catalogue record: AH.0681 Manor House 1851 in Edwardian times-11 A second view of this ornate and comfortable room Catalogue record: AH.0680 Manor House 1851 in Edwardian times-09 Another view of the foyer. The archway on the right leads to the staorcase. Catalogue record: AH.0678 Manor House 1851 in Edwardian times-06 A third view of the great library, including a piano. Catalogue record: AH.0675 Manor House 1851 in Edwardian times-05 Another view of the huge library. Catalogue record: AH.0674
