Art Funded by you
The West Front of Tintern Abbey, Monmouthshire
Francis Towne, 1777
Created during Francis TowneÂ’s tour of north Wales and Shropshire in the summer of 1777, this view of Tintern Abbey is an early example of the artistÂ’s mature watercolour style.
More information
Title of artwork, date
The West Front of Tintern Abbey, Monmouthshire, 1777
Date supported
2013
Medium and material
Pencil, pen, and grey ink and watercolour
Dimensions
29.2 x 36.8 cm
Grant
3750
Total cost
18750
Content note: This object record is part of our archive and has not been updated since it was first published. It may contain inaccurate information or outdated language. Please get in touch if you think this record should be amended.
Get a National Art Pass and explore Chepstow Museum
You'll see more art and your membership will help museums across the UK
National Art Pass offers available at Chepstow Museum
10% off in shop
10% off purchases in the shop with National Art Pass.
Expires: 1 Jan 2026
Art Funded by you FAQs
Why is this object record marked 'archive'?
Where can I see this work of art? Is it on display?
What is Art Fund's purpose?
How is Art Fund funded?
What type of funding do you offer?
What does the acquisition grants programme support and who can apply?
How many works of art has Art Fund helped museums to acquire?
I’m a curator/researcher/arts professional and would like to find out more about this work, how do I get in touch?
I’m a journalist and would like to contact Art Fund about this work, how do I get in touch?
I would like to donate a work of art to a museum. What do I need to do?
I'd like to leave a gift to Art Fund in my will. How can I do this?
Contact us
If you have a question about a work of art in our archive, please contact the Programmes team. We’ll be happy to answer your enquiry.