John Thorpe
John Thorpe (* around 1563 ; † 1655 in London ) was an English architect .
Life
Thorpe, son of a master mason, was secretary of the Royal Works (1584-1601) and surveyor of the government. Contrary to earlier assumptions, Thorpe did not design any significant structures. However, he left behind a sketchbook with all major buildings at the time Elizabeth I and James I were built. The book is a valuable resource for the history of architecture.
Buildings (selection)
- Kirby Hall, Northamptonshire
- Charlton House, London
- Longford Castle, Wiltshire
- Holland House , Kensington
- Rushton Hall, Northamptonshire
- Audley End, Essex
literature
- HM Colvin: A Biographical Dictionary of British Architects 1600-1840. 1997, ISBN 0-300-07207-4 .
| personal data | |
|---|---|
| SURNAME | Thorpe, John |
| BRIEF DESCRIPTION | English architect |
| DATE OF BIRTH | around 1563 |
| DATE OF DEATH | 1655 |
| Place of death | London |