Abbey House

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Historic house or home in Hampshire

Part of Winchester City Council’s Topographical Art Collection

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The paintings in Abbey House consist of local scenes and dignitaries along with general pictures used to dress this fine 18th century house. The topographical pictures include a 1750 landscape showing an encampment of soldiers outside the city, views of Winchester at around 1900 by local artist Beatrice Corfe, together with classical landscapes. Portraits in Abbey House include mayors Silver, Baigent and Stopher together with Winchester MP Richard Moss who left a fund for the city that allows for a reception to be held in his memory every year.

The Broadway, Winchester, Hampshire SO23 9BE England

collections@hampshireculturaltrust.org.uk

01962 826700

Abbey House is the official residence of the mayors of Winchester. The residence is the venue for many civic, community and social functions throughout the year. Access to the paintings is by appointment only.

Not every artwork is on display – if you would like to see a particular work, contact the venue before your visit

Winchester City Council’s Topographical Art Collection has 81 artworks

Abbey House is part of

Winchester City Council’s Topographical Art Collection

Winchester City Council’s Topographical Art Collection artworks can also be found at these venues

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Venues in Hampshire

  •
    Andover Guildhall
  • Basingstoke and Deane Borough Council, Civic Offices
  • Bishop’s Waltham Museum
  • Charles Dickens' Birthplace Museum
  • Chawton House
  • D-Day Museum
  • East Hampshire District Council Offices
  • Eastney Industrial Museum
  • Emsworth Museum
  • English Heritage, Portchester Castle