Hadley Castle Essex

DESCRIPTION: This image is an antique engraving titled "Hadley Castle, Essex" from the 19th century.  Subject: The print depicts the ruins of Hadleigh Castle, located overlooking the Thames Estuary in Essex, England.  Artist/Publisher: The scene was drawn by Gastineau and engraved by William Woolnoth, likely published around 1830.  Historical Context: Built in the 13th century, the castle became a favorite residence of Edward III before falling into ruins.  STYLE: Engraving COLOUR: Monochrome SIZE (cm): 14.5 x 12 CREATORS: W Woolnoth (†1837) after H Gastineau (†1876) PUBLICATION: PUBLISHER: DATE: c1830s COMMENTS: Very good condition, crease to upper right corner SUBJECT: Places PACKAGE: Single one-sided sheet in acid-free mount, flat & unfolded inside hard-backed envelope. Royal Mail Tracked 24 included. Note: Images are provided for illustration purposes only and are intended to show the complete printed product, including any imperfections of age that may be present. Frames or props shown in the images are for display purposes only and are not included with your purchase.