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Bath House at Chesters from the North East (bodycolour, pencil & w / c on paper)
1214503 Bath House at Chesters from the North East (bodycolour, pencil & w/c on paper) by Richardson, Charles (1829-1908); 55.5 x38.4 cm; Laing Art Gallery, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, UK; (add.info.: This is one of the very detailed watercolours produced by Charles Richardson for Rev. John Collingwood Bruce. It was probably painted to illustrate the second edition of his Handbook to the Roman Wall, published in 1884. It accurately records the excavated remains of the bath house at Chesters. The artist has chosen a very low viewpoint to show the spread of the ruins. The site at Chesters is the best preserved Roman cavalry fort in Britain.); eTyne & Wear Archives & Museums; British, out of copyright
Media ID 23006186
© Tyne & Wear Archives & Museums / Bridgeman Images
Ancient Roman Archaeological Site Bath House Baths Chesters Hadrians Wall North Tyne Northumberland Remains
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The captivating print titled "Bath House at Chesters from the North East" transports viewers to a bygone era of ancient Roman civilization. Created by Charles Richardson, this meticulously detailed watercolor was commissioned to illustrate Rev. John Collingwood Bruce's Handbook to the Roman Wall in 1884. Measuring 55.5 x 38.4 cm, the artwork showcases the excavated remains of the bath house at Chesters with remarkable accuracy and precision. Richardson deliberately chose a low viewpoint, allowing us to appreciate the vastness and grandeur of these ruins that once stood as part of Hadrian's Wall. Located in Newcastle-upon-Tyne, UK, within the Laing Art Gallery, this piece offers an immersive glimpse into Britain's best-preserved Roman cavalry fort. The archaeological site at Chesters is steeped in history and significance. As we gaze upon this image, we are transported back in time; we can almost hear echoes of bustling activity within these walls that have witnessed centuries pass by. The artist's skillful use of bodycolor, pencil, and watercolor on paper brings life to every intricate detail captured on canvas. This print serves as a testament to our enduring fascination with ancient civilizations and their architectural marvels. It invites us to explore our rich heritage while reminding us of the passage of time and how even mighty structures eventually succumb to nature's relentless embrace.
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