The South West Prospect of Shrewsbury

  • About the work
    Location
    Country: Saudi Arabia
    City: Jeddah
    Place: British Consulate-General
  • About the artist
    Brothers Samuel and Nathaniel Buck made their names as leading British topographical draughtsmen of the 18th century. Over a period of 34 years, the Bucks produced several hundred drawings and engravings, including 87 engraved prospects of England and Wales. These are now important visual records of the appearance of British urban landscapes prior to the changes that occurred during the Industrial Revolution. In some cases, the places depicted have since disappeared or changed beyond recognition.
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  • Details
    Title
    The South West Prospect of Shrewsbury
    Date
    1732
    Medium
    Coloured engraving
    Acquisition
    Purchased from Parker Gallery, March 1965
    GAC number
    6914