This is a vintage engraved illustration titled “Newport from the South,” presenting a pastoral view of Newport, the county town of the Isle of Wight, as seen from a southern vantage point. The foreground features a tranquil rural scene with shepherds tending to a small flock of sheep amidst dense shrubbery and winding country paths. Tall trees frame the composition, drawing the viewer’s eye toward the middle ground where cottages and houses begin to cluster. In the distance, the town of Newport emerges with its prominent church spires and classical architecture nestled in a gentle valley. The background reveals rolling hills beneath a dramatic, cloud-streaked sky, enhancing the depth and atmosphere of the scene. This engraving, rich in detail and texture, captures both the idyllic countryside and the developing urban character of Newport in the 19th century.

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