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Original 19th Century Drawing Heightened with White, Huby's Tower, Fountains Abbey Ruins Ripon Yorkshire Historic English Landscape.
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Original 19th Century Drawing Heightened with White, Huby's Tower, Fountains Abbey Ruins Ripon Yorkshire Historic English Landscape.

19th century
Sold 30 June 2025 · Strickland & Russell
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Type of artwork: An Original 19th Century Pencil Drawing Heightened in White

Surface: Paper

Approximate age of artwork: Circa 1830 to 1870

Depiction or Location: Fountains Abbey Huby's Tower and Ruins, Ripon Yorkshire

Unknown British Artist, Romantic Picturesque Style

A detailed architectural pencil sketch showing the north tower of Fountains Abbey from the south-west. Known as Huby's Tower, the structure rises above ruined cloisters and overgrown arches, with one small figure in the foreground to evoke scale. This drawing reflects the Romantic tradition of the mid-19th century, sharing stylistic similarities with artists such as Frederick Mackenzie and Henry Gastineau, who recorded Britain's crumbling ecclesiastical heritage in soft graphite and white highlights.

Is the artwork Framed or Mounted: Mounted and Cellophane Wrapped for Protection

Condition report: This artwork is in very good condition in line with age with only minor signs of wear expected from a drawing of this vintage. Please view all the provided photographs to inspect the quality and contact us with any questions, we're happy to assist.

Size of artwork: Approximately 44 x 36 cm (including mount)

Mount aperture approx. 35 x 26 cm

Physical Dimensions
Height
36cm (14.17")
Width
44cm (17.32")
Depth
0.2cm (0.08")
Declaration

Strickland & Russell has dated this 19th Century Architectural Drawing to the 1850s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1134381
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Description
Type of artwork: An Original 19th Century Pencil Drawing Heightened in White

Surface: Paper

Approximate age of artwork: Circa 1830 to 1870

Depiction or Location: Fountains Abbey Huby's Tower and Ruins, Ripon Yorkshire

fig 1. An antique 19th-century drawing on grey paper depicting architectural ruins, heightened with white highlights.
fig 1. Original 19th Century Drawing Heightened with White, Huby's Tower, Fountains Abbey Ruins Ripon Yorkshire Historic English Landscape.

Unknown British Artist, Romantic Picturesque Style

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A detailed architectural pencil sketch showing the north tower of Fountains Abbey from the south-west.
Strickland & Russell

Known as Huby's Tower, the structure rises above ruined cloisters and overgrown arches, with one small figure in the foreground to evoke scale. This drawing reflects the Romantic tradition of the mid-19th century, sharing stylistic similarities with artists such as Frederick Mackenzie and Henry Gastineau, who recorded Britain's crumbling ecclesiastical heritage in soft graphite and white highlights.

fig 2. An antique 19th-century drawing on grey paper depicting architectural ruins, heightened with white highlights.
fig 2. Original 19th Century Drawing Heightened with White, Huby's Tower, Fountains Abbey Ruins Ripon Yorkshire Historic English Landscape.

Is the artwork Framed or Mounted: Mounted and Cellophane Wrapped for Protection

Condition report: This artwork is in very good condition in line with age with only minor signs of wear expected from a drawing of this vintage. Please view all the provided photographs to inspect the quality and contact us with any questions, we're happy to assist.

Size of artwork: Approximately 44 x 36 cm (including mount)

Mount aperture approx. 35 x 26 cm

Height
36cm (14.17")
Width
44cm (17.32")
Depth
0.2cm (0.08")
Date of Manufacture

Strickland & Russell has dated this 19th Century Architectural Drawing to the 1850s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1134381
Strickland & Russell
Strickland & Russell
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Yorkshire based art dealers specialising in 19th century & early 20th century oil paintings & watercolours

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Archive I An antique 19th-century drawing on grey paper depicting architectural ruins, heightened with white highlights. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Original 19th Century Drawing Heightened with White, Huby's Tower, Fountains Abbey Ruins Ripon Yorkshire Historic English Landscape.

Archive II An antique 19th-century drawing on grey paper depicting architectural ruins, heightened with white highlights. View II
Archive III An antique 19th-century drawing on grey paper depicting architectural ruins, heightened with white highlights. View III
Archive IV An antique 19th-century drawing on grey paper depicting architectural ruins, heightened with white highlights. View IV
Archive V An antique 19th-century drawing on grey paper depicting architectural ruins, heightened with white highlights. View V
Archive VI An antique 19th-century drawing on grey paper depicting architectural ruins, heightened with white highlights. View VI
Archive VII An antique 19th-century drawing on grey paper depicting architectural ruins, heightened with white highlights. View VII
Archive VIII An antique 19th-century drawing on grey paper depicting architectural ruins, heightened with white highlights. View VIII
Archive IX An antique 19th-century drawing on grey paper depicting architectural ruins, heightened with white highlights. View IX
Archive X An antique 19th-century drawing on grey paper depicting architectural ruins, heightened with white highlights. View X
Archive XI An antique 19th-century drawing on grey paper depicting architectural ruins, heightened with white highlights. View XI
Archive XII An antique 19th-century drawing on grey paper depicting architectural ruins, heightened with white highlights. View XII
Archive XIII An antique 19th-century drawing on grey paper depicting architectural ruins, heightened with white highlights. View XIII
Archive XIV An antique 19th-century drawing on grey paper depicting architectural ruins, heightened with white highlights. View XIV
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Telephone 07504 958608
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East Riding of Yorkshire
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An antique 19th-century drawing on grey paper depicting architectural ruins, heightened with white highlights.
Original 19th Century Drawing Heightened with White, Huby's Tower, Fountains Abbey Ruins Ripon Yorkshire Historic English Landscape.
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  • ObjectOriginal Artwork
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian & Gothic
  • MaterialPaper, Graphite, White Pigment
  • ColourGrey
  • MotifsArchitectural ruins, Gothic arches, Tonal highlights, Topographical study
  • SizeH 36 cm (14 in) x W 44 cm (17 in) x D 0.2 cm (0 in)

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Nineteenth-century architectural drawings often combined precise ink, graphite, or charcoal work on toned paper, frequently heightened with white bodycolour to create dramatic light and shadow effects.

Artists typically utilised rag paper, often in grey or blue tones, combined with graphite, carbon ink, chalk, and white gouache pigments to achieve tonal depth.

Authenticity is assessed through paper fibre analysis, watermark verification, oxidation patterns, type of media used, and period framing techniques or backing boards.

Framing the piece with conservation-grade mounts and simple wooden or gilded frames allows it to function as a focal point within traditional studies, libraries, or minimalist corridors.

Preservation requires UV-filtering glass, acid-free backing materials, and placement away from direct sunlight and high humidity environments to prevent fading and foxing.
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