Descent into Hardwick

Descent into Hardwick, originally uploaded by fotofacade.

This is part of the original oak staircase (1590's) leading up to the top of the north east tower at Hardwick. The water pump is C20th ;-). Hardwick Hall is in Derbyshire UK and is open to the public - it is a unique example of English Renaissance architecture by the architect Robert Smythson.