RUTHIN CASTLE, DENBIGHSHIRE

Artist H. Gastineau - Artist: HENRY G. GASTINEAU (1791-1876), a topographer and landscape artist. He first trained as an engraver then went on to study at the Royal Academy Schools. After his training he travelled extensively in Great Britain painting the scenery of the country. He was elected Associate to the Old Watercolour Society in 1821 and became a full member in 1823. From 1827, Gastineau worked in Camberwell as a drawing master, where he died on January 17th 1876. His quality drawings cover a wide range of views in Wales. The picturesque scenery within Wales is conveyed very well. There are views of many castles, churches and other buildings of interest. He expresses the people and their surroundings in various parts of the country depicting their way of life and culture.

circa 1830 Engraving

Overall Size including margins: 5 1/4 x 7 1/2 inches (13.2 x 19 cm)

Condition: Excellent. Nice quality engraving. Guaranteed original antique print and not a modern reproduction.

Ruthin Castle is a medieval castle fortification in Wales near the town of Ruthin in the Vale of Clwyd. It was constructed during the late 13th century on a red sandstone ridge overlooking the valley. It was most notably the base of that branch of the noble de Grey family accorded the title "Barons Grey de Ruthyn". It was a base for Reginald Grey, 3rd Baron Grey de Ruthyn - the man who could be said to have sparked the rebellion of Owain Glyndwr. During the English Civil War Oliver Cromwell's forces dismantled and demolished the castle. Today the remains are incorporated into a luxury hotel. (wikipedia free online encyclopedia)