This Plate Representing The Royal Squadron In Leith Roads At The Moment Of King George 4ths Leaving

by After John Christian Schetky

$1,750 · Offered by Donald A. Heald Rare Books · No longer available

A fine aquatint by William James Bennett after Schetky recalling the landing of King George IV at Leith in Scotland. Following his coronation in July of 1821, George IV visited Ireland in August and September of the same year. The following summer he sailed for Scotland landing at Leith on 14 August, he remained in Edinburgh until 29 August before returning to England. Schetky, Marine Painter Extraordinary to the King and the Duke of Clarence, here recalls the events at

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