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Castle Rushen

Henry Dryden19th century

Manx National Heritage

Manx National Heritage
Douglas, Isle of Man

Castle Rushen is a very perfect ruin, and had not the lead which covered the roofs been shamefully taken off a few years ago, in order to build some barracks for soldiers in the castle, it would be now with respect to walls &c. exactly as strong as when it was first built.' (The Duke of Rutland's 'Journal of a Tour through North and South Wales and the Isle of Man' 1797, M 02435)

Castle Rushen Isle of Man monogram H.D. July 28 1853 July 26th, 1853.

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  • Title: Castle Rushen
  • Creator: Henry Dryden
  • Date Created: 19th century
  • Location Created: Ballaglonney, Rushen & Castle Rushen
  • Physical Dimensions: unframed artwork: 25 cm x 34 cm
  • Rights: Manx National Heritage
  • Medium: paper on card : watercolour
Manx National Heritage

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