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Penrose House

19th-century architecture in IrelandBuildings and structures in Cork (city)
Penrose House, Cork
Penrose House, Cork

Penrose House is a historic building in Penrose Quay, Cork, Ireland. Built in neoclassical style, it is prominently located on the northern bank of the River Lee. Penrose House was designed by George R. Pain of the Pain brothers and the construction started in 1832. Built of granite and limestone, the five-bay structure has two storeys. Some of the façade elements, including a frieze and a bay to the right of the entrance, were added over the years, and many 19th century features have been preserved, including the sculpture of St. George defeating a dragon on the top of the portico, four marble columns, as well as timber carvings and staircase.

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Penrose House
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T12 TYK0 Cork (St. Patrick's A)
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