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An engraving designed for 'The Complete English Traveller' by Robert Sanders (1727-1783), pseudonym Nathaniel Spencer, first published in 1773. Inscribed in plate to the lower edge, 'Perspective View of the Petrifying or Dropping Well, and Ruins of Knaresborough Castle in Yorkshire'. The Dropping Well is situated near Mother Shipton's Cave in Knaresborough, North Yorkshire, and is the oldest tourist attraction to charge a fee in England, having operated since 1630. The water of the well is so rich in sulphate and carbonate that artefacts may be put in the well to be 'petrified'. On wove.
Condition
The condition is typical for a picture of this age including some foxing and discolouration. There are creases at the corners and a closed tear to the right edge. There is a pinhole at the centre of the top edge and two pinholes at the centre of the lower edge.
Size
14.6 x 25.8cm (5.7" x 10.2")Sheet: 22 x 33cm (8.7" x 13")
Location
Knaresborough, North Yorkshire, England, United Kingdom
