Wilmington, DE
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18th C City of Oxford Hand-Tinted Engraving John Boydell Matted Framed Large - 1751, England. It depicts a summer view …
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18th C City of Oxford Hand-Tinted Engraving John Boydell Matted Framed Large - 1751, England. It depicts a summer view of the city of Oxford with a field of wheat being harvested by a team of reapers in the foreground. It is inscribed as follows:
A South Prospect of the City of Oxford - Vue de la Ville d'Oxford du Cote du Midi
Jn. Boydell Delin & Sculp. Published according to Act of Parliament by the Proprietor J. Boydell at the Unicorn the corner of Queen Street in Cheapside London 1751. Price 1 S.
John Boydell (1720-1804) was an 18th Century English engraver, print publisher and Lord Mayor of London. It comes ready to display in a gilt patinated wood frame. Fine framer's label on reverse that reads as follows: "The Old Print Shop, New York". Photographed through glass which explains reflections. In very good condition with minor toning and imperfections as shown. Perfect gift for Oxford alumnus or similar.
Measurements: Frame: 24 5/8" by 18 1/2"; View: 17 3/4" by 11 1/4" approximately.
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- Dimensions
- 24.62ʺW × 1ʺD × 18.5ʺH
- Styles
- English
- Traditional
- Art Subjects
- Landscape
- Frame Type
- Framed
- Period
- Mid 18th Century
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Engraving
- Paper
- Wood
- Condition
- Good Condition, Unknown, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Brown
- Condition Notes
- In very good condition with minor toning and imperfections as shown. In very good condition with minor toning and imperfections as shown. less
Wilmington, DE
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