The Abbey of Llan Egnerst or Vale Crucis, and Castle Dinas Bran 1776

Paul Sandby's "The Abbey of Llan Egwest, or Vale Crucis, and Castle Dinas Bran" (1776) is a sepia-toned aquatint print depicting a pastoral Welsh landscape. The artwork showcases the Abbey of Valle Crucis and the ruins of Dinas Bran Castle, framed by rolling hills, lush trees, and a meandering path. Sandby, a pioneer of aquatint, captures the serene beauty of the scene using soft, atmospheric light and a delicate layering of tones. This print is an excellent example of 18th-century landscape art, capturing the romanticism of nature and the grandeur of historical sites.