Life in the Country House in Georgian Ireland

In 18th-century Ireland, aristocrats and gentry constructed townhouses and country estates to accommodate their cultivated lifestyles. This publication explores how families tailored their homes to their needs and preferences, with halls designed for various activities and closed porches for protection from the weather. The houses were arranged in accordance with residents' daily procedures, demonstrating a distinction between public and private spaces and the roles of servants.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 272 pages
Publication date: 14 May 2019
Publisher: Paul Mellon Centre for Studies in British Art

In the 18th century, the townhouses and country estates of aristocrats and gentry in Ireland were meticulously designed to cater to their refined lifestyles. Drawing upon recent research from Irish national collections and correspondence retrieved from private archives, this publication offers a captivating and insightful exploration of the diverse ways in which families customized their homes to suit their unique needs and preferences. The halls were strategically constructed to facilitate a range of activities, including dining, music, and games, while enclosed porches provided visitors with complete protection from the country's harsh weather. These grand houses were arranged in accordance with the daily routines of their residents, creating a clear distinction between public and private spaces and even accounting for the roles and arrangements of the servants in their purposeful layouts. With meticulous attention paid to both the practicality of everyday life and the occasional special occasion, this book showcases the intricate interplay between the lives and residential structures of these aristocrats. This publication is proudly presented in association with the Paul Mellon Centre for Studies in British Art.

Weight: 1236g
Dimension: 223 x 250 x 23 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781913107000