Architectural drawings of Principal's Lodge, 12 - 13 Professors' Square, University Avenue
- Reference:GB 248 GUA BUL 6/2
- Dates of Creation:1868-1949
- Name of Creator:
- Physical Description:0.51 28 linear metresdrawings
Scope and Content
Contract drawings by Sir George Gilbert Scott (1868-1870). Plans showing proposed Senior Common Room extension by John Keppie & Henderson & J L Gleave (1949).
Administrative / Biographical History
Completed in 1870, the Principal's House formed part of the University buildings designed by Sir George Gilbert Scott along with the Main Building and the Professors' Square.The reverse of one drawing states that one of the two dwellings, (13 Professors' Square), was intended for the Professor of Divinity. In 1988, 12 and 13 Professors' Square were renovated to provide larger accommodation for entertainment and receptions.
Physical Characteristics and/or Technical Requirements
All the drawings are in reasonable condition and are of varying size, but those drawn on linen-backed card tend to be more fragile than the others.
Related Material
Listed category B, see statuary list HB 32926. Correspondence and papers 1839-1878 (Royal Institute of British Architects Library Reference : ScGGS NRA 34242 Scott)
Architectural sketchbooks and drawings (Royal Institute of British Architects Library Reference : Drawings Collection see Cumulative Index to the Catalogue of the Drawings Collection (1989) 1847 )