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Watercolour drawings of a carved cross and two carved slabs

Date made: n.d.

Artist: Griffith, Moses

Description: Handwritten notes state: "1) Remains of a Chappel in Isle of Man 2) Near Ballaugh Church 3) At […] Farm near Tynwald Hill in the Isle of Man"

Moses Griffith (1749-1819) was a Welsh draughtsman, engraver and water colourist. In 1769 he entered the service of Thomas Pennant of Downing, Flintshire (antiquary and natural historian). Griffiths provided illustrations to most of Pennant's books. In 1774 Griffith made a tour of the Isle of Man with Thomas Pennant and Captain Francis Grose (antiquary and topographical draughtsman).

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Measurements: 23.5 cm x 14 cm

Materials: watercolour on paper

Object name: watercolour painting

Collection: Art Collection

ID number: 1954-5695

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