Beautiful prints for sale

Unique Views of Early Victorian Thornbury

Recently a number of watercolour paintings came up for sale online.  They had been taken from an album created by an unknown artist in 1845. Most were West Country locations and the artist is likely to have been based in the Bristol area.  He or she painted a number of views in and around Thornbury, probably while staying in the town.

Some of these paintings were purchased by local residents and they have been made available to the museum for research purposes.

One is a sensitive and colourful portrayal of the historic Thornbury Castle, before its major restoration by the Howard family.

Another depicts the charming Old Market Hall and its adjoining toll house in the High Street.

High quality Giclée prints, using archival paper and ink, of both these pictures have been produced, by kind permission of their owners. They are only available from the museum shop and would make wonderful presents – or would look lovely in your own home. All proceeds will go to support the museum.

Don’t miss this chance to buy a print (or two) with real local significance.