Thesaurus Term/Concept: FOLLY
Identifier | 69013 |
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Class | MONUMENT TYPE |
Status | Preferred |
Index? | Yes |
Scope Note | A structure, often found in 18th century landscape gardens, that demonstrates eccentricity or excess rather than practical purpose. They can take many forms - ruins, sham castles, towers, hermits' cells or grottoes. |
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Instances/Examples (2)
Context | Record |
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Monument Type | MYO430 FOLLY IN GROUNDS OF BISHOPSTHORPE PALACE (Building) |
Monument Type | MYO4164 Theatre Royal folly/ gateway (Monument) |