The Iron Forge between Dolgelli and Barmouth, Merioneth Shire 1771 - 1776

Paul Sandby's "The Iron Forge between Dolgelli and Barmouth, Merioneth Shire" (1771-76) is a detailed pen and wash drawing depicting a working iron forge in the Welsh countryside. The prominent water wheel, powered by a rushing waterfall, highlights the importance of water-based industries during the 18th century. The depiction of the forge in a picturesque setting, surrounded by rolling hills and a rocky outcropping, reflects the growing interest in the beauty of the natural world during the Romantic era. The drawing is housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City, New York.