| Method | Aquatint with hand colouring |
| Artist | Samuel Ireland |
| Published | [Pub. for S. Ireland May 1 1799] |
| Dimensions | Image 110 x 165 mm, Sheet 147 x 232 mm |
| Notes |
A view of the old Eisey Bridge, near Eisey manor in the Cotswolds, in Wiltshire. From Samuel Ireland's publication Picturesque Views on the River Thames from its source in Gloucestershire to the Nore. Samuel Ireland (21st May 1744 - July 1800) was a British engraver, author, and collector of art and rare books, who specialised in series of 'Picturesque Views' with a particular focus on British rivers and waterways. In addition to his work as a topographical artist, he also etched a number of plates after Hogarth, Mortimer, and John Hamilton. His professional reputation was left in shambles following his unfortunate championing of a widely publicised hoax. A great admirer of Shakespeare, Ireland enthusiastically announced the discovery of a cache of Shakespeare manuscripts, which, after professional scrutiny, were proved to be forgeries created by his own son, William Ireland. Condition: Overall time toning. |
| Framing | mounted |
| Price | £30.00 |
| Stock ID | 6208 |