Description: On offer: an original (i.e. not a later reproduction) scarce print "Melifont Castle, Co. Louth", Ireland. DATE PRINTED: c.1797 (dated 1793 on the print, the date of engraving and drawn in 1791, the date being provided in the original text)SIZE: The printed area is approximately 18.5 x 14.5 cm (7.25 x 5.75 inches) plus margins with a blank back (medium). ARTIST/CARTOGRAPHER/ENGRAVER: Drawn by Lieutenant Daniel Grose (ca.1766-1838). Published by Hooper. Samuel Hooper was Francis Grose's close friend and publisher. He died in 1791 and this work was subsequently published by his widow, Mary. PROVENANCE: This print was published in "The Antiquities of Ireland", by Francis Grose. Francis Grose (1731–1791) was an antiquary and lexicographer, of Swiss extraction. He published Antiquities of England and Wales (1773–87), which was well received, and thereafter, in 1789, set out on an antiquarian tour through Scotland, the fruit of which was Antiquity of Scotland (1789–91). He afterwards undertook a similar expedition to Ireland, but died suddenly at Dublin. His nephew Daniel and a Dr. Edward Ledwich, who had already published a book on Irish antiquities, completed the work shortly afterwards.TYPE: Antique copper block engraving printed on paper. VERSO: There is nothing printed on the reverse side which is blank. CONDITION: Good; suitable for framing. Please check the scan for any blemishes prior to making your purchase. Virtually all antiquarian maps and prints are subject to some normal aging due to use and time which is not significant unless otherwise stated. I offer a no questions asked return policy. AUTHENTICITY: This is an authentic antique print, published at the date stated above. I do not offer reproductions. It is not a modern copy. The term 'original' when applied to a print means that it was printed at the first or original date of publication; it does not imply that the item is unique. RETURNS POLICY: I offer a no questions returns policy. All I ask is that you pay return shipping and mail back to me in original condition. BACKGROUND INFORMATION: Adjacent to Mellifont Abbey entrance is a medieval tower house that is likely to have been built after the dissolution in 1539. After the dissolution, the Abbey was turned into fortified home by Sir Edward Moore who may have constructed the castle as a means of defence against the numerous attacks by the Irish clans. The South facing half has collapsed exposing the inner walls and there is evidence of a once spiral staircase. What seems to be a large arched gateway is actually the vaulted ceiling of the castle basement. This did in fact come into use as a gateway later as it was depicted so in this print. Please explore my ebay shop for more antique prints. Track Page Views With Auctiva's FREE Counter
Price: 14.99 GBP
Location: Marlow
End Time: 2024-11-27T12:59:14.000Z
Shipping Cost: 6.75 GBP
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Return postage will be paid by: Buyer
Returns Accepted: Returns Accepted
After receiving the item, your buyer should cancel the purchase within: 30 days
Artist: Lieutenant Daniel Grose
Listed By: Dealer or Reseller
Material: Engraving, Paper
Date of Creation: Antique (Pre-1900)
Original/ Repro: Original
Type: Antique
Year of Production: 1791
Subject: Landscape/ Cityscape
Originality: Original - see definition below
Print Surface: Paper
Original/Licensed Reprint: Original
