Vernon Mount, Neoclassical villa in Cork, Ireland
Vernon Mount features curvilinear architecture with symmetrical convex bows, an oval-shaped landing, and large windows overlooking the surrounding landscape.
The villa, constructed in the late 18th century by Sir Henry Browne Hayes, served as a residence for prominent families and merchants during Cork's manufacturing peak.
Local artist Nathaniel Grogan created ceiling paintings and trompe l'oeil doors inside the villa, including a depiction of Minerva rejecting war implements.
The building remains closed to visitors, but the exterior and surrounding grounds can be viewed from Tramore Valley Park throughout the year.
The interior contains one of Ireland's rare surviving 18th-century ceiling paintings, complemented by Corinthian columns and classical decorative elements.
Location: Cork
GPS coordinates: 51.87222,-8.45778
Latest update: March 8, 2025 07:02
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