John Chessel Buckler (1793-1894)
Gateway at Orchardleigh, Somerset c.1815
Watercolour over pencil | 13.6 x 20.4 cm (sheet of paper) | RCIN 923145
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A watercolour drawing of a view of the gateway of Orchardleigh, Somerset, the seat of Thomas Champneys.
John Buckler was a topographical artist and architect who produced many watercolours of churches and cathedrals. His son, John Chessel Buckler, also worked as a topographical draughtsman. This drawing is one of seven watercolours of various castle and estates made between 1808 and 1822, some of which are signed J. C. Buckler.Provenance
Acquired before 1915
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Creator(s)
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Medium and techniques
Watercolour over pencil
Measurements
13.6 x 20.4 cm (sheet of paper)
Other number(s)
RL 23145