The West Prospect of His Majesties Dock-Yard, Near Plymouth

Samuel & Nathaniel Buck

The West Prospect of His Majesties Dock-Yard, Near Plymouth, Image 1

A beautiful engraved view from a series of town prospects by brothers Samuel (1696 - 1779) and Nathaniel Buck (1727 - 1753). The Buck brothers are the most important topographical artists of the18th century, creating a record of over 500 ancient monuments & towns in England and Wales. The series was published between 1724-c.1750. The plates were later reissued in 1774 by Robert Sayer.

Date: 1736

Measurement: Frame: 40.25" x 20.5"; View: 31" x 11.75"

Material: Copper Plate Engraving

Condition: Very good condition, archival mounting, not examined out of frame.

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