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The South Gate, Exeter
Thomas Rowlandson, c. 1800–1805
The South Gate was a magnificent gateway with its own fortifications in the form of a ditch which had to be crossed by a bridge. The bridge was demolished in 1819 to cope with the increase in traffic.
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Title of artwork, date
The South Gate, Exeter, c. 1800–1805
Date supported
2002
Medium and material
Pen & grey and brown ink & watercolour over pencil
Dimensions
17.5 x 24 cm
Grant
540
Total cost
2223
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