Working Drawing for 'Donnington Castle'
Drawing on paper, architectural study • Attributed to the artist signing with the monogram 'E' or 'L' (as seen in lower right)
Style & Movement
Contemporary Realism / Architectural Illustration
Medium & Technique
Graphite pencil and charcoal on paper; includes technical line work and tonal shading
Creation Period
May 2004
Dimensions & Format
Approximately 50 x 70 cm (framed); Landscape orientation
Subject Description
A detailed study of the gatehouse of Donnington Castle in Berkshire, England. The composition features the ruined 14th-century twin-towered gatehouse with horizontal measurement markers indicating its use as a preparatory architectural study.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Good; visible signs of the creative process including tape marks and some surface smudging
Estimated Market Value
$300 - $600 USD
Auction Estimate
$200 - $400 USD
Provenance History
Likely private collection; titled and dated by the artist in the lower right margin
Art Historical Significance
Represents the preparatory phase of a larger project; demonstrates the artist's focus on English heritage and structural ruins
Notable Features
Includes technical measurements and annotations; inscribed 'Working Drawing for "Donnington Castle" May 2004'
Condition Issues
Visible vertical tape marks on the left and right edges of the paper, likely from the drawing process; minor paper undulation
Conservation Recommendations
Professional removal of adhesive tape if it is not integral to the piece; mounting with acid-free materials and UV-protective glass