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2 x Antique early-19th Century English Regency etchings
$40
Offered for sale is this pair of antique 19th Century English Regency (George IV) hand-coloured etchings, published in 1827 by Jones & Co. (‘London and its Environs in the Nineteenth Century illustrated by a series of views Vo1. 1’) from original engravings by Thomas Hosmer Shepherd (1792 to 1864). As provenance, at one time these were sold through Pierre Fornari Pty Ltd, Melbourne (which operated from 1926 to 1937). Interestingly in 1937 (as Fashion Director for the iconic Georges Department Store) Milan-born Fornari would play a large impact on the career of famous Australian textile designer Frances Burke.
The first is titled ‘Cheapside, Poultry & Bucklersbury.’. Located in (what is now) the financial heart of London, this image (although unrecognisable today) most likely provides an eastern-view looking from where Bank Tube Station is now.
The second is named ‘Shaftesbury House, Aldersgate Street’. Today nothing remains of this lively streetscape as captured by Shepherd.
Both offer a wonderfully high level of detail of Regency street-life, capturing inner-London with all its bustle and activity. As people rarely washed back then, and with streets full of filth and sewage it’s a good thing these don’t capture the smell!
At almost 200 years old each are in overall reasonable condition. The first etching has a small mark and the second some foxing (as pictured) – which is reflected in the price.
Each measures 24.5cm (w) x 24.5cm (h) framed (approx.).
Please check the pictures as they form part of the item description.
References:
https://adb.anu.edu.au/biography/burke-frances-mary-23843
https://www.chrisbeetles.com/artwork/7516/shaftesbury-house-aldersgate-street
https://www.royalacademy.org.uk/art-artists/work-of-art/shaftesbury-house-aldersgate-street
Cash or direct deposit sale only. Cash or direct deposit sale only. Can freight at buyers expense (must include insurance for damage or loss) or can personally deliver to Macedon Ranges, Melbourne, Geelong or Ballarat CBD’s for a fee. Accurate as possible description at time of listing, however like any secondhand item is sold without guarantee or return so please ask any questions before purchase (as any sale is final).
I acknowledge my business takes place on the land of the Kulin Federation of Tribes.
Item: DE22009
The first is titled ‘Cheapside, Poultry & Bucklersbury.’. Located in (what is now) the financial heart of London, this image (although unrecognisable today) most likely provides an eastern-view looking from where Bank Tube Station is now.
The second is named ‘Shaftesbury House, Aldersgate Street’. Today nothing remains of this lively streetscape as captured by Shepherd.
Both offer a wonderfully high level of detail of Regency street-life, capturing inner-London with all its bustle and activity. As people rarely washed back then, and with streets full of filth and sewage it’s a good thing these don’t capture the smell!
At almost 200 years old each are in overall reasonable condition. The first etching has a small mark and the second some foxing (as pictured) – which is reflected in the price.
Each measures 24.5cm (w) x 24.5cm (h) framed (approx.).
Please check the pictures as they form part of the item description.
References:
https://adb.anu.edu.au/biography/burke-frances-mary-23843
https://www.chrisbeetles.com/artwork/7516/shaftesbury-house-aldersgate-street
https://www.royalacademy.org.uk/art-artists/work-of-art/shaftesbury-house-aldersgate-street
Cash or direct deposit sale only. Cash or direct deposit sale only. Can freight at buyers expense (must include insurance for damage or loss) or can personally deliver to Macedon Ranges, Melbourne, Geelong or Ballarat CBD’s for a fee. Accurate as possible description at time of listing, however like any secondhand item is sold without guarantee or return so please ask any questions before purchase (as any sale is final).
I acknowledge my business takes place on the land of the Kulin Federation of Tribes.
Item: DE22009
- Date Listed:05/12/2022
- Last Edited:05/12/2022
- Condition:Used
- Shipping:Pickup Only
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