The South Prospect of the Cathedral Church of St. Mary, Lincoln

James Collins

Coloured engraving

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  • About the work
    Location
    Country: UK
    City: London
    Place: Government Art Collection

    From 1300 to 1549 Lincoln Cathedral was reported to be the tallest structure in the world, with a central spire 484 feet high, although the accuracy of this measurement is disputed. In 1549, the Cathedral lost its status as the tallest building when the central spire collapsed, never to be rebuilt. However, it remains the third largest cathedral in Britain, after St Paul’s in London and York Minster.

  • About the artist
    James Collins, draughtsman and line engraver of topographical and architectural views, was for at least part of his career based at Lynsted near Sittingbourne, Kent. His works include engravings of Westminster Abbey and Canterbury Cathedral, and views of Rochester and Chatham Dock. Collins usually worked on commissions for printsellers or booksellers, but occasionally published prints himself.
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  • Details
    Title
    The South Prospect of the Cathedral Church of St. Mary, Lincoln
    Date
    Medium
    Coloured engraving
    Acquisition
    Purchased from the Parker Gallery, March 1969
    GAC number
    8359