Durham Prints

15x10 cm

The RIVER ABOVE SUNDERLAND BRIDGE.
Drawn by W.Westall A.R.A. | Engraved by _ Francis
Published by Charles Tilt, 86 Fleet Street, London. 1829.

Copper engraving from a drawing by William Westall ARA (1782-1850) published in Great Britain Illustrated: A series of Original views from Drawings by William Westall, A.R.A. Engraved by and under the direction of Edward Finden with Descriptions by Thomas Moule. London: Charles Tilt 1830.
Hand coloured.
Thomas Moule's description reads:
...sublime and abrupt precipices overhang the river towards the point whence our view is taken, and the numerous and valuable collieries are the source of vast revenue for the district. Here the village of Southwick is placed in a commanding situation amidst the most beautiful views of the surriunding country.