The cataract of Rhaiadr y Wenol

'The cataract of Rhaiadr y Wenol - The fall of the Swallow formed by the River Llugwy, not far from Capel Curig. Moel Siabod towers above the fall, in the distance.'

John 'Warwick' Smith (1749-1831) was amongst the most famous watercolourists of his day. Between 1784 and 1806 he frequently visited Wales and became increasingly enchanted by the country. The National Library's collections contain 162 of his watercolour works which are based on his travels in Wales.