The Mirror of Literature, Amusement, and Instruction Volume 13, No. 374, June 6, 1829   By: Various

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Overall, The Mirror of Literature, Amusement, and Instruction Volume 13, No. 374, June 6, 1829 is a delightful read that is sure to appeal to a wide range of readers. With its diverse content and engaging writing style, this publication is a must-read for anyone seeking both entertainment and edification.

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Holland House takes its name from Henry Rich, Earl of Holland, and was built by his father in law, Sir Walter Cope, in the year 1607, of the architecture of which period it affords an excellent specimen. Its general form is that of an half H. The Earl of Holland greatly improved the house. The stone piers at the entrance of the court (over which are the arms of Rich, quartering Bouldry and impaling Cope) were designed by Inigo Jones. The internal decorations were by Francis Cleyne. One chamber, called the Gilt Room, which still remains in its original state, exhibits a very favourable specimen of the artist's abilities; the wainscot is in compartments, ornamented with cross crosslets and fleurs de lis charges, in the arms of Rich and Cope, whose coats are introduced, entire, at the corner of the room, with a punning motto, alluding to the name of Rich, Ditior est qui se ... Continue reading book >>