Chepstow Castle (after George Robertson)
after George Robertson (London 1742 - Newington 1788)
Category
Art / Prints
Date
1803
Materials
wood, glass & paper
Measurements
340 x 430 mm; 390 mm (Height); 480 mm (Width)
Collection
Calke Abbey, Derbyshire
NT 286069
Summary
Print, engraving, Chepstow Castle (after George Robertson) by James Fittler RA (London 1758 – London 1835). The ruined castle walls to the left have various windows and openings with creepers and trees growing in them. Two men stand with horses in front of adjoining farm buildings. A man, lady and child with a dog walk in the foreground and another man stands under an arch. Dedicated to the Duke of Beaufort, published 1803. In an ebonised and gilt frame.
Marks and inscriptions
CHEPSTOW CASTLE IN MONMOTHSHIRE...(printed under image with dedication and print details)
Makers and roles
after George Robertson (London 1742 - Newington 1788), artist James Fittler RA (London 1758 – London 1835), engraver (printmaker)