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Nonsuch Collection

"Nonsuch: A Glimpse into the Majesty of Tudor England" Step back in time to the grandeur Palace, a symbol of opulence and power during the reign of Queen Elizabeth I

Background imageNonsuch Collection: Nonsuch Palace / Speed

Nonsuch Palace / Speed
Nonsuch Palace, Surrey

Background imageNonsuch Collection: Sailing Ship / Nonsuch

Sailing Ship / Nonsuch
The replica of the sailing ship the Nonsuch, built in 1970. The original ship sailed to Canada in 1668 and played a part in the establishment of the Hudson Bay Company

Background imageNonsuch Collection: Nonsuch Park / Allom 19C

Nonsuch Park / Allom 19C
Nonsuch Park, Surrey

Background imageNonsuch Collection: Royal Home / Nonsuch 1582

Royal Home / Nonsuch 1582
The palace as seen during the reign of Elizabeth I

Background imageNonsuch Collection: Ripe fruit and leaves of the Nonsuch apple, Malus domestica

Ripe fruit and leaves of the Nonsuch apple, Malus domestica
5856258 Ripe fruit and leaves of the Nonsuch apple, Malus domestica; (add.info.: Ripe fruit and leaves of the Nonsuch apple, Malus domestica)

Background imageNonsuch Collection: Nonsuch House on London Bridge

Nonsuch House on London Bridge
Nonsuch House was a four-storey house on London Bridge, completed in 1579

Background imageNonsuch Collection: An apprentice fetching water from a fountain, 1598 (hand coloured copper engraving

An apprentice fetching water from a fountain, 1598 (hand coloured copper engraving
KDC384168 An apprentice fetching water from a fountain, 1598 (hand coloured copper engraving) (detail of 324184) by Hoefnagel

Background imageNonsuch Collection: Arrival of Queen Elizabeth I at Nonesuch Palace with her courtiers, guards and dogs

Arrival of Queen Elizabeth I at Nonesuch Palace with her courtiers, guards and dogs
KDC384163 Arrival of Queen Elizabeth I at Nonesuch Palace with her courtiers, guards and dogs, 1598 (hand coloured copper engraving) (detail of 324184) by Hoefnagel

Background imageNonsuch Collection: English tourists promenading in the Tuileries Garden

English tourists promenading in the Tuileries Garden, Paris, 19th century. French cuirassiers, ladies in crinolines stroll in the gardens. Mr

Background imageNonsuch Collection: English women of the Elizabethan era, 1598 (hand coloured copper engraving

English women of the Elizabethan era, 1598 (hand coloured copper engraving
KDC384164 English women of the Elizabethan era, 1598 (hand coloured copper engraving) (detail of 324184) by Hoefnagel, Joris (1542-1600); Private Collection; (add.info.: L to R)

Background imageNonsuch Collection: Five views of Cheam, Surrey

Five views of Cheam, Surrey -- The Old Cottage, Nonsuch Park, View from the Crossways, Whitehall and Park Lane, St Dunstans Church. Date: circa 1930s

Background imageNonsuch Collection: Arrival of Queen Elizabeth I at Nonesuch Palace and men and women from Tudor society

Arrival of Queen Elizabeth I at Nonesuch Palace and men and women from Tudor society
KDC324184 Arrival of Queen Elizabeth I at Nonesuch Palace and men and women from Tudor society, 1598 (hand coloured copper engraving) by Hoefnagel

Background imageNonsuch Collection: Arrival of Queen Elizabeth I at Nonsuch Palace, 1598 (hand coloured copper engraving

Arrival of Queen Elizabeth I at Nonsuch Palace, 1598 (hand coloured copper engraving
KDC384160 Arrival of Queen Elizabeth I at Nonsuch Palace, 1598 (hand coloured copper engraving) (detail of 324184) by Hoefnagel

Background imageNonsuch Collection: Description of the Palace of Nonesuch, English people, their appearance and customs

Description of the Palace of Nonesuch, English people, their appearance and customs
KDC384169 Description of the Palace of Nonesuch, English people, their appearance and customs, manner of selling fish in England and description of the system of apprenticeship

Background imageNonsuch Collection: Country folk going to market, fishwives selling pike and an apprentice fetching water

Country folk going to market, fishwives selling pike and an apprentice fetching water
KDC384162 Country folk going to market, fishwives selling pike and an apprentice fetching water from a fountain, 1598 (hand coloured copper engraving) (detail of 324184) by Hoefnagel

Background imageNonsuch Collection: Courtiers and hunting dogs accompanying the arrival of Queen Elizabeth I at Nonsuch

Courtiers and hunting dogs accompanying the arrival of Queen Elizabeth I at Nonsuch
KDC384159 Courtiers and hunting dogs accompanying the arrival of Queen Elizabeth I at Nonsuch Palace, 1598 (hand coloured copper engraving) (detail of 324184) by Hoefnagel

Background imageNonsuch Collection: Nonsuch House

Nonsuch House was a four-storey house on London Bridge, completed in 1579. It is the earliest documented prefabricated building

Background imageNonsuch Collection: Excavating Nonsuch 1959

Excavating Nonsuch 1959
Excavation work at Nonsuch Palace, Surrey. In 1959 no visible trace of the building existed. Excavations revealed foundations and many relics of Henry VIIIs fantastic palace. Date: 1959

Background imageNonsuch Collection: Ripe fruit and leaves of the Nonsuch apple, Malus domestica

Ripe fruit and leaves of the Nonsuch apple, Malus domestica.. Handcolored illustration by Edwin Dalton Smith engraved by Watts from Charles McIntoshs Flora and Pomona 1829

Background imageNonsuch Collection: An apprentice fetching water from a fountain (engraving) (b / w photo) (detail of 105365)

An apprentice fetching water from a fountain (engraving) (b / w photo) (detail of 105365)
XJF294020 An apprentice fetching water from a fountain (engraving) (b/w photo) (detail of 105365) by Hoefnagel, Joris (1542-1600) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageNonsuch Collection: Map of Surrey, engraved by Jodocus Hondius (1563-1612) from John Speeds Theatre

Map of Surrey, engraved by Jodocus Hondius (1563-1612) from John Speeds Theatre
XCF291054 Map of Surrey, engraved by Jodocus Hondius (1563-1612) from John Speeds Theatre of the Empire of Great Britain, pub

Background imageNonsuch Collection: Map of Surrey, Jodocus Hondius (I), John Norden, unknown, 1610

Map of Surrey, Jodocus Hondius (I), John Norden, unknown, 1610

Background imageNonsuch Collection: Nonsuch Park, Surrey

Nonsuch Park, Surrey
Nonsuch Park, near Cheam, Ewell, Surrey Date: circa 1895

Background imageNonsuch Collection: London Bridge / Nonsuch Hs

London Bridge / Nonsuch Hs
London Bridge with Nonsuch House, as it looked in the 17th century

Background imageNonsuch Collection: Four-Poster Bed

Four-Poster Bed
A four-poster bed in the home of the Misses Muller at Whitehall, Cheam, Surrey, the house which Queen Elizabeth I used as a Council Chamber when staying at Nonsuch Park


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"Nonsuch: A Glimpse into the Majesty of Tudor England" Step back in time to the grandeur Palace, a symbol of opulence and power during the reign of Queen Elizabeth I. Built with astonishing speed, this architectural marvel stood proudly in Nonsuch Park, captivating all who laid eyes upon it. As you wander through history's pages, discover Allom's 19th-century illustrations that bring to life the splendorous Royal Home at Nonsuch in 1582. Marvel at the intricate details of hand-colored copper engravings depicting an apprentice fetching water from a fountain or witness Queen Elizabeth I's arrival at Nonesuch Palace with her courtiers, guards, and loyal dogs. But Nonsuch is not confined to land alone; it extends its legacy even onto the high seas. Behold the majestic Sailing Ship named after this extraordinary place - a vessel that sailed across oceans carrying dreams and aspirations. Venturing further into London's heart, find yourself gazing upon another piece of history - Nonsuch House on London Bridge. This iconic structure stands as a testament to bygone times when trade thrived along these bustling waters. Immerse yourself in everyday life during Elizabethan times as English tourists promenade through Tuileries Garden or glimpse into society's fabric with hand-colored copper engravings showcasing English women adorned in their finest attire. Traveling beyond borders yet again, Five views of Cheam Surrey offer picturesque landscapes that transport you straight into idyllic countryside scenes surrounding Nonsuch Palace. Finally, relive moments frozen in time as Queen Elizabeth I graces us once more with her presence during her arrival at Nonesuch Palace alongside men and women from Tudor society. Feel their excitement and anticipation radiating from each brushstroke on those hand-colored copper engravings. Nonsuch whispers tales untold.