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Grand Tour Pencil Drawing "Remains of the Parthenon" Fine Carved Frame

About the Item

Charles Lamson Swasey (American New Bedford Massachusetts, 1815-1888). This wonderful grand tour graphite on paper drawing was done in December 1839 and depicts the remains of the Great Parthenon in Greece. This piece is housed in a well carved wood frame. Signed and titled to the paper and verso.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 9.5 in (24.13 cm)Width: 11.5 in (29.21 cm)Depth: 1 in (2.54 cm)
  • Style:
    Grand Tour (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1839
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor wear commensurate with age and handling.
  • Seller Location:
    Atlanta, GA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU7838236070282

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