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The South-East View of Brough-Castle, in the County of Westmorland

Samuel Buck and Nathaniel Buck

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a detailed engraving of the southeast view of Wardour Castle. The castle's facade is prominent, with hills and clouds in the background. The engraving depicts the intricate architecture of the castle, including battlements with vegetation. The style is detailed with fine lines, creating a three-dimensional effect. The color scheme is mainly monochrome using black, white, and shades of gray. The courtyard and gardens are accurately detailed, enclosed by stone walls with trees and pathways.

Artwork Details

Date
1732
Medium
engraving on laid paper
Dimensions
6395 × 3397 px
Public Domain
Yes
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