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Prospect of Calder Abbey

Matthias Read, 1730

Calder Abbey was founded in 1134 by William de Meschines. The abbey was granted to Dr Thomas Leigh by Henry VIII at the Dissolution of the Monasteries. This painting is thought to be the earliest depiction of the ruins of the historic medieval monastery showing parts of the building which have since disappeared.

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Title of artwork, date

Prospect of Calder Abbey, 1730

Date supported

1987

Medium and material

Oil on panel

Dimensions

114 x 114 cm

Grant

1000

Total cost

3500

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