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A Closer Look at Oxford's Sheldonian Theatre Decoration
Original: Decoration, The Sheldonia Theatre, Oxford, UK The Sheldonian Theatre, in the centre of Oxford, England, was built from 1
The Sheldonian Theatre in central Oxford, England, built between 1664 and 1669 to a design by Christopher Wren for the University of Oxford, is being highlighted for its decorative detail. The building was named after Gilbert Sheldon, Warden of All Souls College, who funded its construction. It remains one of Oxford's most notable 17th-century landmarks, used by the university for ceremonial occasions.
Why now: Interest in the theatre's architecture and decoration, prompted by recent shared imagery of the building.
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- Decoration, The Sheldonia Theatre, Oxford, UK The Sheldonian Theatre, in the centre of Oxford, England, was built from 1664 to 1669 after a design by Christopher Wren for the University of Oxford. The building is named after Gilbert Sheldon, Warden of All Souls College and… · douglaswelch@pixelfed.social · 5
- Decoration, The Sheldonia Theatre, Oxford, UK The Sheldonian Theatre, in the centre of Oxford, England, was built from 1664 to 1669 after a design by Christopher Wren for the University of Oxford. The building is named after Gilbert Sheldon, Warden of All Souls College and… · douglaswelch@nerdculture.de · 5
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