This sketch of the Carneys father and two sons going to execution to Brona Breena [Bohernabreena] county of Dublin for the murder of Sir Robert (then Captain) Shaw's Land Steward. There was an imposing escort the famous 7th Dragoon Guards or old Black Horse and 2 Nine Pounders. Captain Shaw, the High Sheriff and Colonel of Dragoon Guards are in Advance. I was present at the time as the melancholy procession was passing thro Roundtown and will never forget it - 1817.

Original sketch by Sadler.
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Bibliographic Details
Main Creator: Sadler, William, b. 1808- artist
Format: Prints & Drawings
Language:English
Published / Created: 20th July, 1880.
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Notes:Physical description: 1 drawing : watercolour ; 25 x 36.7 cm..

Reproduction Note: Neg. No.: 22592.

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Credits:Attributed to William Sadler.