William Westall ARA, Kirkstall Abbey: the nave, ca. 1842-49.
Etching and aquatint. 180 mm x 137 mm. © Photo: Royal Academy of Arts, London.
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William Westall ARA (1781 - 1850)
RA Collection: Art
180 mm x 137 mm
William Westall ARA
Kirkstall Abbey: the N.W. front, ca. 1842-49
Etching and aquatint
Kirkstall Abbey: the south aisle, ca. 1842-49
Kirkstall Abbey, from the North Trancept, ca. 1842-49
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