| THE MARTELLO TOWER LIGHTHOUSE AT McNABS ISLAND c. 1930 |
| Watercolour |
| 34.5 x 37 cm
13 1/2 x 14 1/2 inches |
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The Martello Tower was built in 1814.
In
1826, to save the cost of a separate building, a lantern room was placed on top
to guide vessels into harbour. The Ordnance Board agreed to this, as long as the light
didn't obstruct the cannons. Fortunately, the compatibility of guns and
lighthouse was never tested. This lighthouse was replaced by a concrete lighthouse in
1941. The Martello Tower was demolished in 1945.
(For more information about this lighthouse visit
www.nslps.com, Maugher Beach Lighthouse.) |
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Other paintings is this historic series
are Quaker Island Lighthouse, and Hobsons Island Lighthouse. |
| $800.00 |
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