Iron forge between Dolgelly and Barmouth & Rhaeadr-y-Wennol near LLanrwst

Paul Sandby (circa 1730 - 1809)

National Museum Cardiff

1776 - 1777

Paul Sandby was the first English artist to use the process of aquatint and published three sets of aquatint views of-Wales in 1775 and the two following years, each set consisting of twelve views. 'The Iron Forge between Dolgelly and Barmouth' was a particularly welcome addition to the national collection in Wales as it was the only view missing from the series. The second print represents Rhaeadr-y-Wennol, the well-known Swallow Falls near Bettws.y-Coed. One of five gifts to four museums by Sir Harry Wilson through the Art Fund between 1933 and 1936.

• Medium: aquatint
• Dimensions: 1) 22 x 30cm; 2) 20 x 29cm.
• ArtFunded in: 1936
• Presented by Sir Harry Wilson through The Art Fund

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