FDA-D.750-2013
Parts
Object number
FDA-D.750-2013
Object type
Identification
Title
The Hall of Eton College
Title Type
assigned by artist
Comments
This watercolour shows two tapestries on display at the far end of the hall. On the left is 'Christ Teaching in the Temple', while to the right 'The Flight into Egypt' can be seen. The Royal Windsor Guide (1838) explained:
'On the anniversary of what is termed Founder's Day, and on some other occasions, the hall is hung with curious ancient tapestry.'
They had been given to the College by Adam Robyns, a Fellow, in 1613. Sadly, the tapestries were destroyed by fire in 1875.
This watercolour was produced as an illustration to Ackermann's 'The History of Eton College' (published 1816).
'On the anniversary of what is termed Founder's Day, and on some other occasions, the hall is hung with curious ancient tapestry.'
They had been given to the College by Adam Robyns, a Fellow, in 1613. Sadly, the tapestries were destroyed by fire in 1875.
This watercolour was produced as an illustration to Ackermann's 'The History of Eton College' (published 1816).
Description
Content (place)
Eton College
Dimensions
height (actual size): 206mm
width (actual size): 264mm
width (actual size): 264mm
Inscription
Inscribed and possibly signed on verso
Materials & techniques note
Ink, watercolour and gouache
Production
Person
Pugin, Augustus Charles, 1762 - 1832 (Artist)
Date
c.1815
History and association
References
• Ackermann, R., The History of Eton College, London, 1816 (p. 36)
