Cliveden pal
The renowned Charles Barry constructed the Cliveden Pal in the year 1851. It is situated in South East England's Buckinghamshire. The estate was constructed in the Italianate style and is regarded as one of the most famous Victorian architecture.
The structure was initially constructed in 1666, twice destroyed by fire (1795 and 1849), and then rebuilt as the Cliveden Pal in 1851. It is well-known for being the scene of the Profumo affair, a relationship between the British War Secretary and a showgirl who was 19 years old.
The current home combines Roman Cinquecento and English Palladian architecture. The house's exterior is covered with Roman cement, with terracotta accents like finials, capitals, and balusters.
A Latin inscription recalling the house's history can be seen below the roof's balustrade. It was written by William Ewart Gladstone, who was the country's prime minister at the time. POSITA INGENIO OPERA CONSILIO CAROLI BARRY ARCHITECT A MDCCCLI, which translates to "The work performed by the brilliant plan of architect Charles Barry in 1851," is written on the west front. The Lucas Brothers were the project's principal contractor.
The National Trust restored the façade of the mansion and erected a new lead roof in 1984–1986, while Cliveden Hotel repaired the inside. Additional external work, including the repair of 300 sash windows and 20 wooden doors, was done in 2013.
Year: 1851
Location: Buckinghamshire, South East England
Architect: Charles Barry
