Martyn's comprehensive guide explores the world of English art at a time when it was thriving at its finest. The book offers readers an opportunity to view pieces created by the greatest artists of the time as well as a glimpse at the stunning homes and estates of the wealthy. This historic and beautiful book is the perfect addition to any library and is a delightful read for art enthusiasts of all ages. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.