The Cross at Salisbury While Under Repair
William Callow, exhibited 1874

A view looking down Minster Street in Salisbury showing medieval buildings. It provides a record of restoration work being carried out on the Market (Poultry) Cross. This market cross has proved to be a popular subject with artists and illustrators and this depiction is especially important as it depicts the cross with repair work in progress.
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Title of artwork, date
The Cross at Salisbury While Under Repair, exhibited 1874
Date supported
2004
Medium and material
Oil on canvas
Dimensions
25.2 x 35 cm
Grant
625
Total cost
2500

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