Description: On offer: an original (i.e. not a later reproduction) scarce antique print of plans of "Cladagh Castle, Co of Galway" and below "Birmingham Castle, Co of Galway", Ireland. Birmingham Castle is nowadays known as Athenry Castle. DATE PRINTED: c.1797. (engraved in 1793, dated on the print). SIZE: The printed area is approximately 15 x 24 cm (6 x 9.25 inches) plus margins with a blank back (medium). ARTIST/CARTOGRAPHER/ENGRAVER: Published by Samuel Hooper, Ludgate Hill, London. 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: Athenry Castle is a tower house and National Monument located in Athenry, Ireland. Despite being locally known as King John's Castle or King John's Court (after the Lord of Ireland 1177–1216), it wasn't built until twenty years after his reign. The original keep (constructed 1235/40) was low and squat, the roof being at the level of the present second floor. Meyler de Berminghamextended it c. 1250. In 1316 the castle was attacked, leading to the construction of city walls. In the 15th century the Berminghams moved from it to their town house near the market cross in the square. In 1596 the castle fell into the hands of the O'Donnells. The battlements are 13th century and in the 15th century, these parapets were incorporated into gables for a new roof. Claddagh Castle is to be found just outside Dunmore. lllustrated as largely intact in 1792, the castle is now much decayed. Probably built after the previous castle was burned in 1315, it is a massive four storey tower on a motte. It was probably still in use in the 16th century when mullioned windows seem to have been inserted into the top floor. Please explore my ebay shop for more antique prints. Track Page Views With Auctiva's FREE Counter
Price: 9.99 GBP
Location: Marlow
End Time: 2024-11-17T20:22:24.000Z
Shipping Cost: 6.76 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
Listed By: Dealer or Reseller
Material: Engraving
Date of Creation: Antique (Pre-1900)
Original/ Repro: Original
Type: Antique
Year of Production: 1793
Subject: Landscape/ Cityscape
Originality: Original - see definition below
Print Surface: Paper
