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The Destruction of Elgin Cathedral

EngraverEngraved by Robert Sands (1792 - 1855)

AfterAfter Thomas Allom (Lambeth, London, England, 1804 - 1872)

Date1837

Mediumengraving on paper

ClassificationsPrints

DimensionsImage Size: 11.3 x 17.2cm
Paper Size: 21.2 x 28.5cm

CopyrightOut of copyright

LocationView by Appointment - Aberdeen Treasure Hub

Object numberABDAG005705

Keywords

About MeThomas Allom was born in Lambeth, south London, the son of a coachman from Suffolk. In 1819 he was apprenticed to the architect Francis Goodwin, for whom he worked until 1826. He then studied at the Royal Academy Schools. He was a founder member of the Royal Institute of British Architects and was involved with Sir Charles Barry in the designs for the House of Parliament.

Allom is chiefly known for his numerous topographical works, which were used to illustrate books on travel. From the 1820s onwards, he travelled extensively throughout Britain, in mainland Europe and further afield. He produced many illustrations for topographical publications in the mid 1800s. This scene comes from his 3 volume publication on Scotland, which included 95 steel engravings and was published by George Virtue, London in 1838.