Malvern Abbey and Gate

J Horsburgh 1791 - 1869

Summary

This is a city scene of an abbey and tower with figures standing in an arched building. There are trees in the middle ground to the left with two figures standing in front, one of which is stood on a ladder. Debris is scattered in the foreground and several faint clouds in the background.

Display Label

Malvern Abbey and Gate (engraver's proof) 1832 John Horsburgh 1791-1869 after J.M.W. Turner 1775-1851 Etching This is an etching of Turner's watercolour drawing for the Picturesque Views of England and Wales series. All the etching and engraving for this series was carried out by professional engravers, under Turner's close and careful supervision. The skillful stopping out, re-biting and burnishing has faithfully rendered the tones of the watercolour. Purchased 1983.70