Nicholas Pocock O.W.S. (1740-1821) - Eaglestones, Hastings

This is an excellent example of Nicholas Pocock's studies of locations he visited. Here, he depicted a scene at 'Eaglestones, Hastings'. It displays an east view along the Sussex coast showing Hastings beach with the ruins of Hastings Castle on a distant hill. Boats along the shore show the extent of the harbour at circa. 1800 and the town's reliance on fishing.
 
Medium: Sepia and pencil on paper.
 
19 x 27 cm, framed.
 
Provenance: Covent Garden Gallery with label affixed verso, stock number 396D.