1775
ink
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Manerbawr Castle from the Inward Court is a 1775 ink by Paul Sandby, a Romanticism work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This print shows a crumbling castle with thick stone walls and a few small towers. In front, a group of people—some standing, some working—are gathered around a cart and a pile of tools. The scene looks like a mix of old ruins and everyday life, with a dog wandering near the workers. The title at the bottom says *Manerbawr Castle from the Inward Court*, meaning this is a specific view of the castle’s courtyard. The artist used a mix of lines and shading to show light and shadow, giving it a textured look. If you like this style, check out etching to see how artists create detailed prints like this.
Paul Sandby, (1731 – 7 November 1809) was an English mapmaker and painter who specialised in landscape art. Along with his older brother Thomas Sandby, he was one of the founding members of the Royal Academy in 1768.
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