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Sketches at Chalfont St Giles, Buckinghamshire, with Miltons Cottage (engraving)
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Sketches at Chalfont St Giles, Buckinghamshire, with Miltons Cottage (engraving)
1594904 Sketches at Chalfont St Giles, Buckinghamshire, with Miltons Cottage (engraving) by Wain, Louis (1860-1939); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sketches at Chalfont St Giles, Buckinghamshire, with Miltons Cottage. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 4 June 1887.
Louis Wain); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 23072110
© Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection / Bridgeman Images
Buckinghamshire Chalfont St Giles Historic Houses John Milton Poets Porch Restoration Sitting Room Church Gate
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This print takes us back in time to the picturesque village of Chalfont St Giles in Buckinghamshire. The engraving, created by Louis Wain in 1887, showcases the beauty and charm of this historic location. In the foreground, we see a restoration project underway as workers diligently restore a building's facade. Their presence adds a sense of life and activity to an otherwise tranquil scene. A running stream meanders through the street, adding a touch of serenity to the bustling surroundings. The sketches depict various street scenes, showcasing the architecture and ambiance of Chalfont St Giles. From quaint cottages with inviting porches to grander structures like churches and historic houses, each sketch tells its own story. One particular highlight is Milton's Cottage, prominently featured in this engraving. This famous residence once belonged to John Milton, one of England's greatest poets who sought refuge here during his exile from London. The cottage exudes history and significance as it stands proudly amidst its charming surroundings. As we gaze upon this enchanting image captured over a century ago, we are transported into an era where simplicity reigned supreme. It serves as a reminder that even amidst progress and change, there will always be places like Chalfont St Giles that preserve their timeless allure for generations to come.
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