|
THE ALBERT MEMORIAL,Belfast,Antrim County ,Picturesque Views of Ireland,1884 Antique Wood Engraving
THE ALBERT MEMORIAL,Belfast,Antrim County ,Picturesque Views of Ireland,1884 Antique Wood Engraving Historical Collectible Art Print
The Albert Memorial Clock constructed in 1853 from sandstone and
standing at over 113 ft high and, was designed by W J Barre. The clock
was erected as a memorial to Queen Victoria's late consort and includes
a life size statue of the Prince mounted on the west side. The memorial
has four clock faces and a two tonne bell. The Albert Memorial Clock
has a distinctive lean of approximately 4.5 ft off the vertical as
it is built on soft marshy land.
|
| PUBLISHED DATE |
c1884 NEW YORK |
| PUBLISHER |
THOMAS KELLY |
| PAGE SIZE: approx |
10 1/2 INCHES x 8 1/2 INCHES |
| IMAGE SIZE: approx |
8 1/2 X 6 INCHES |
| CONDITION |
ENGRAVING with TEXT and engravings on the back . Excellent condition.
Heavier paper.Suitable ageing. The image is clean, clear and sharp with
beautiful depth and detail.This beautiful rare item would look great matted
and framed. An art supply store can provide you with a selection of frames
for old art treasures. |
County Antrim
(Aontroim in Irish) is one of the six counties of Northern Ireland.
Covering an area of 2,844 km², The eastern and seaward area is
a picturesque region of mountains and glens; to the west, where Antrim
borders on Lough Neagh, lie the fertile valleys of the Bann and the
Lagan rivers. The region is chiefly agricultural (oats, flax, potatoes).
Fishing and cattle breeding are also important.
|
