Althrop in the County of Northampton, plate 27 from Britannia Illustrata Possibly 1707

Johannes Kip, a renowned Dutch-born artist, created this etching in 1707. It's plate 27 from "Britannia Illustrata," a collection of architectural views of notable English buildings. The print depicts Althrop, a grand country estate located in Northamptonshire. Its detailed portrayal of the house and its sprawling gardens, including the geometrically patterned parterres, reflects the burgeoning interest in landscape design during the era. The inscription identifies the owner as Robert, Earl of Sunderland, a powerful figure in English politics. This view of Althrop remains a significant artistic documentation of this historically important estate.