An ongoing project by Richard Nicholson to illustrate the many and various engraved views of Chester published from the 17th to 19th centuries.

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Stanley Palace, Chester
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Derby House, Watergate St. Chester. Date 1591

This decayed mansion is a striking illustration of the mutability of all human affairs; it was formerly the City residence of the Derby family
Published by J. Romney, Oulton Place Chester 1847. Printed by James Yates London