Theology Room, Gladstone’s Library, Hawarden, Wales
Posted in Architecture, Trips at 20:30 on 8 September 2020
The library parts of Gladstone’s Library are reminiscent of Walter Scott’s home at Abbotsford but a bit grander. The larger of the two is the Theology Room, which, as its name suggests, mainly houses Gladstone’s collection of books on theology and religion.
Book racks, windows and gallery:-
The ceiling is impressive but the photo is badly focused, I’m afraid:-
Gallery support, complete with carving:-
View to part of gallery:-
A selection of periodicals on display:-
Tags: Abbotsford, Gladstone’s Library, Hawarden, Theology Room, Wales, Walter Scott
Carl V. Anderson
8 September 2020 at 21:43
Oh wow, that is lovely woodwork. They truly don’t make buildings like this anymore…or if they do it is far too rare.
jackdeighton
8 September 2020 at 22:39
Carl,
Yes, it is beautiful. And very uncommon. (The building’s upkeep is expensive though.)
These days, with a few exceptions, I don’t suppose people care much about anything more than utility in a building.