Who painted Nonsuch Palace from the South?

Nonsuch Palace from the South was painted by Joris Hoefnagel in 1568.

Where can I see Nonsuch Palace from the South?

Nonsuch Palace from the South is held by Victoria and Albert Museum.

What movement is Nonsuch Palace from the South?

Nonsuch Palace from the South is associated with Northern Renaissance.

Artwork

Nonsuch Palace from the South

Joris Hoefnagel , 1568

Nonsuch Palace from the South is a watercolor work on paper by the Northern Renaissance artist Joris Hoefnagel. It dates from 1568 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.

About this work

Overview

Nonsuch Palace from the South is a watercolour by Joris Hoefnagel depicting Henry VIII's Nonsuch Palace in Surrey, England. The palace was a notable example of Renaissance architecture in England.

Subject & Meaning

The palace was built to showcase the power and supremacy of the Tudor Dynasty. Its design combined English, French, and Italian styles, rivaling contemporary French royal palaces like Fontainebleau and Chambord. The palace's construction also symbolized Henry VIII's authority as head of the Church in England.

Technique & Style

Hoefnagel's watercolour captures the palace's elaborate stucco reliefs, which adorned the upper parts of the Inner Court's walls. The painting is one of the earliest and most significant surviving views of the palace, providing valuable insight into its architecture and design.

History & Provenance

Nonsuch Palace was constructed between 1538 and the mid-16th century, with the local parish church of Cuddington demolished to make way for it. The palace stood for approximately 150 years before being demolished.