The Britannia bridge over the Menai Straits

1852

Frank Dillon

Perhaps presented to Queen Victoria

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The innovative tubular bridge designed by Robert Stephenson was visited and admired by the Queen and Prince Albert in 1852. Particular notice was given to the monumental lions which flanked the bridge, the work of John Thomas, who also worked for the royal couple. Frank Dillon was later to become famous for his views of Egypt.

Watercolour and bodycolour over pencil

25.8 x 39.8cm

Signed and dated: F. Dillon. 1852; inscribed in a second hand: 14 Oct

RL 20228

Text adapted from Victoria & Albert: Art & Love, London, 2010