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KIP, Johannes Cleeve Hill The Seat of William Player Esq.1719
This print of Cleeve Hill is a wonderful example of Johannes Kip's work. Architectural elements are rendered with great care and detail; with the gardens and nature beyond illustrated with luxurious fullness. The print was originally produced for the remarkable Britannia Illustrata before being published in Robert Atkyns' The Ancient & Present State... Learn More£245.00Stock Code: 57229
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CAMPBELL, Colen. Plan and elevation of the out offices at Wilton.London : c 1771
From Colen Campbell's Vitruvius Britannicus or, "The British Architect. Containing the Geometrical Plans of the most Considerable Gardens and Plantations; also the Plans, Elevations, and Sections of the most Regular Buildings With Large Views, in Perspective, of the most Remarkable Edifices in Great Britain." Campbell, chief architect of the Prince... Learn More£140.00Stock Code: 73802
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KIP, Johannes. Leckhampton, the Seat of the Revd. Thomas Norwood1719
This print of Thomas Norwood's seat at Leckhampton is a wonderful example of Johannes Kip's work. Architectural elements are rendered with great care and detail; and the surrounding formal gardens and distant nature are illustrated with luxurious fullness. It was originally produced for the remarkable Britannia Illustrata before being published in... Learn More£330.00Stock Code: 53433
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ROBERTS, David. Scene on the Quay of Suez.1842-49
David Roberts was a Scotsman, born in Edinburgh in 1796, and became an accomplished landscape painter. He was admitted into the Royal Academy in 1841. Roberts travelled extensively throughout The Holy Land, Egypt and The Middle East between the years 1838-40, where he made many beautiful and detailed drawing and sketches of the many places and scenes... Learn More£150.00Stock Code: 65582
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CARY, John A NEW MAP OF CHINESE AND INDEPENDENT TARTARY FROM THE LATEST AUTHORITIES.1811
Clear and accurate map of the two states of Tartary. Three scales at lower right, title at top centre. John Cary was considered 'the most representative, able and prolific of English cartographers'. Tooley says, 'As an engraver he was elegant and exact with fine clear lettering and great delicacy of touch'. When the Ordnance Survey began accurately... Learn More£320.00Stock Code: 55059
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CAMPBELL, Colen. The Elevation of Maiden Bradley in Wiltshire, the eat of Sr. Edward Seymour Bart.London : c 1771
From Colen Campbell's Vitruvius Britannicus or, "The British Architect. Containing the Geometrical Plans of the most Considerable Gardens and Plantations; also the Plans, Elevations, and Sections of the most Regular Buildings With Large Views, in Perspective, of the most Remarkable Edifices in Great Britain." Campbell, chief architect of the Prince... Learn More£170.00Stock Code: 73797
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CAMPBELL, Colen. The Elevation of Maiden Bradley in Wiltshire, the eat of Sr. Edward Seymour Bart.London : c 1771
From Colen Campbell's Vitruvius Britannicus or, "The British Architect. Containing the Geometrical Plans of the most Considerable Gardens and Plantations; also the Plans, Elevations, and Sections of the most Regular Buildings With Large Views, in Perspective, of the most Remarkable Edifices in Great Britain." Campbell, chief architect of the Prince... Learn More£170.00Stock Code: 73796
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ROBERTS, David. Minaret of the Principal Mosque in Siout, Upper Egypt.1842-49
David Roberts was a Scotsman, born in Edinburgh in 1796, and became an accomplished landscape painter. He was admitted into the Royal Academy in 1841. Roberts travelled extensively throughout The Holy Land, Egypt and The Middle East between the years 1838-40, where he made many beautiful and detailed drawing and sketches of the many places and scenes... Learn More£125.00Stock Code: 65585
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ROBERTS, David. Mosque of Ayed Bey, in the desert of Suez.1842-49
David Roberts was a Scotsman, born in Edinburgh in 1796, and became an accomplished landscape painter. He was admitted into the Royal Academy in 1841. Roberts travelled extensively throughout The Holy Land, Egypt and The Middle East between the years 1838-40, where he made many beautiful and detailed drawing and sketches of the many places and scenes... Learn More£150.00Stock Code: 65581
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VIVIAN, George. Coimbra - looking over the Gardens of Santa Cruz.1839
George Vivian (1798-1873), draughtsman and painter from London, travelled through Spain and Portugal making sketches of many old buildings and towns. On his return Vivian made the drawings famous publishing a collection of lithographs under the title "Scenery of Portugal & Spain". The work consists of 33 magnificent drawings on stone by L. Haghe. Vivian... Learn More£195.00Stock Code: 56231
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GREAVES, Walter. Portrait of James Abbott McNeill Whistler in front of the Thames.London : [c.1875]
Whistler moved to 7 Lindsey Row, Chelsea, in March 1863. Among his neighbours were the Greaveses, a family of Thames watermen. Walter and Henry Greaves (1844-1904) became his guides on the river, pupils, and devoted assistants in the studio. Walter and Henry themselves had been painting from their earliest years, probably starting by doing heraldic... Learn More£40,000.00Stock Code: 75289
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Artist: HOGARTH, William.Engraved by T. Cook. INDUSTRY AND IDLENESS The Idle 'Prentice Betray'd by his whore, & taken in a Night Cellar with his Accomplice.1806
In its primary theme Industry and Idleness, is William Hogarth's most direct moral statement in series form. Its primary purpose is to illustrate the benefits of sincere and honest work and the ruinous path awaiting those who follow the opposite course. To this end Hogarth portrays the progress of two apprentices, Francis Goodchild and Thomas Idle.... Learn More£95.00Stock Code: 57810
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ACKERMANN, Rudolph.. A. Pugin. The Old Tower.1814
Ackermann's encyclopaedic work on the colleges of Oxford is perhaps the definitive work on the subject. Prints from this work are much sought after. Engraved by J. Bluck. From A History of the University of Oxford by R. Ackermann. Learn More£120.00Stock Code: 54330
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REGNAULT, Nicolas François & Genevieve. Mulleyne the Male.Paris : 1774
An attractive and impressive botanical print by the husband and wife collaboration of Nicolas and Genevieve Regnault, from their work entitled 'La Botanique Mise a la portee de tout le monde ou Collection des Plantes D'Usage...'. The work illustrates both helpful (medicinal)and decorative plants. Blunt says "Perhaps the most impressive French botanical... Learn More£150.00Stock Code: 73055
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CALMET, Antoine, Augustine The Ruins of Tiberias1720
Showing the Church of St.Peter, The Sea of Tiberias or Lake of Genezareth, the mouth of Jordan, and the mountains of Arabia the Stony. Antoine Augustine Calmet (1672-1757) was a French Benedictine monk and theologian, who published several volumes of pioneering studies which utilized historical and factual information in order to interpret and understand... Learn More£75.00Stock Code: 59070
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CALMET, Antoine, Augustine The View and Elevation of Solomons Temple.1720
Antoine Augustine Calmet (1672-1757) was a French Benedictine monk and theologian, who published several volumes of pioneering studies which utilized historical and factual information in order to interpret and understand Bible stories. His major work was a multi-volume work known in English as Calmet's Dictionary of the Bible. That work and his later... Learn More£45.00Stock Code: 59066
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ROBERTS, David. THE ESCURIAL.1837
A beautiful rustic scene looking across to The Escorial in the distance. This palatial complex, 45 kilometres northwest of Madrid, lies at the foot of the Sierra de Guadarrama mountain range which is depicted here in Roberts's stunning view. In the foreground of the picture to the left is a wooden water wheel, whilst cattle and goats rest and graze... Learn More£350.00Stock Code: 54744
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LINDLEY, John. The Morocco Plum.1830
This superb plate comes from the third volume of Lindley's wonderful and informative work entitled 'The Pomological Magazine', published in London by James Ridgeway in 1830. Lindley was the very first professor of botany at University College London, and in time, he became the first secretary of The Horticultural Society. In 1838 he wrote the first... Learn More£75.00Stock Code: 66029
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LINDLEY, John. The Summer Pearmain.1830
This superb plate comes from the third volume of Lindley's wonderful and informative work entitled 'The Pomological Magazine', published in London by James Ridgeway in 1830. Lindley was the very first professor of botany at University College London, and in time, he became the first secretary of The Horticultural Society. In 1838 he wrote the first... Learn More£75.00Stock Code: 66057
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LINDLEY, John. The Cockle Pippin.1830
This superb plate comes from the third volume of Lindley's wonderful and informative work entitled 'The Pomological Magazine', published in London by James Ridgeway in 1830. Lindley was the very first professor of botany at University College London, and in time, he became the first secretary of The Horticultural Society. In 1838 he wrote the first... Learn More£75.00Stock Code: 66027
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LINDLEY, John. The Downton Pippin.1830
This superb plate comes from the third volume of Lindley's wonderful and informative work entitled 'The Pomological Magazine', published in London by James Ridgeway in 1830. Lindley was the very first professor of botany at University College London, and in time, he became the first secretary of The Horticultural Society. In 1838 he wrote the first... Learn More£75.00Stock Code: 66047
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LINDLEY, John. The Barrington Peach.1830
This superb plate comes from the third volume of Lindley's wonderful and informative work entitled 'The Pomological Magazine', published in London by James Ridgeway in 1830. Lindley was the very first professor of botany at University College London, and in time, he became the first secretary of The Horticultural Society. In 1838 he wrote the first... Learn More£75.00Stock Code: 66030
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LINDLEY, John. The Ribston Pippin.1830
This superb plate comes from the third volume of Lindley's wonderful and informative work entitled 'The Pomological Magazine', published in London by James Ridgeway in 1830. Lindley was the very first professor of botany at University College London, and in time, he became the first secretary of The Horticultural Society. In 1838 he wrote the first... Learn More£75.00Stock Code: 66039
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LINDLEY, John. The Winter Nelis Pear.1830
This superb plate comes from the third volume of Lindley's wonderful and informative work entitled 'The Pomological Magazine', published in London by James Ridgeway in 1830. Lindley was the very first professor of botany at University College London, and in time, he became the first secretary of The Horticultural Society. In 1838 he wrote the first... Learn More£75.00Stock Code: 66034
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LINDLEY, John. The Autumn Bergamot Pear.1830
This superb plate comes from the third volume of Lindley's wonderful and informative work entitled 'The Pomological Magazine', published in London by James Ridgeway in 1830. Lindley was the very first professor of botany at University College London, and in time, he became the first secretary of The Horticultural Society. In 1838 he wrote the first... Learn More£75.00Stock Code: 66056
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LINDLEY, John. The Sam Young Apple.1830
This superb plate comes from the third volume of Lindley's wonderful and informative work entitled 'The Pomological Magazine', published in London by James Ridgeway in 1830. Lindley was the very first professor of botany at University College London, and in time, he became the first secretary of The Horticultural Society. In 1838 he wrote the first... Learn More£75.00Stock Code: 66035
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LINDLEY, John. The Gray French Reinette.1830
This superb plate comes from the third volume of Lindley's wonderful and informative work entitled 'The Pomological Magazine', published in London by James Ridgeway in 1830. Lindley was the very first professor of botany at University College London, and in time, he became the first secretary of The Horticultural Society. In 1838 he wrote the first... Learn More£75.00Stock Code: 66044
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LINDLEY, John. The Red Astrachan Apple.1830
This superb plate comes from the third volume of Lindley's wonderful and informative work entitled 'The Pomological Magazine', published in London by James Ridgeway in 1830. Lindley was the very first professor of botany at University College London, and in time, he became the first secretary of The Horticultural Society. In 1838 he wrote the first... Learn More£75.00Stock Code: 66031
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LINDLEY, John. The Summer Rose Pear.1830
This superb plate comes from the third volume of Lindley's wonderful and informative work entitled 'The Pomological Magazine', published in London by James Ridgeway in 1830. Lindley was the very first professor of botany at University College London, and in time, he became the first secretary of The Horticultural Society. In 1838 he wrote the first... Learn More£75.00Stock Code: 66049
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LINDLEY, John. The Newton Spitzenberg Apple.1830
This superb plate comes from the third volume of Lindley's wonderful and informative work entitled 'The Pomological Magazine', published in London by James Ridgeway in 1830. Lindley was the very first professor of botany at University College London, and in time, he became the first secretary of The Horticultural Society. In 1838 he wrote the first... Learn More£75.00Stock Code: 66041
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LINDLEY, John. The Spring-Grove Peach.1830
This superb plate comes from the third volume of Lindley's wonderful and informative work entitled 'The Pomological Magazine', published in London by James Ridgeway in 1830. Lindley was the very first professor of botany at University College London, and in time, he became the first secretary of The Horticultural Society. In 1838 he wrote the first... Learn More£75.00Stock Code: 66052
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LINDLEY, John. The White Spanish Reinette.1830
This superb plate comes from the third volume of Lindley's wonderful and informative work entitled 'The Pomological Magazine', published in London by James Ridgeway in 1830. Lindley was the very first professor of botany at University College London, and in time, he became the first secretary of The Horticultural Society. In 1838 he wrote the first... Learn More£75.00Stock Code: 66059
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LINDLEY, John. The Royal Russet Apple.1830
This superb plate comes from the third volume of Lindley's wonderful and informative work entitled 'The Pomological Magazine', published in London by James Ridgeway in 1830. Lindley was the very first professor of botany at University College London, and in time, he became the first secretary of The Horticultural Society. In 1838 he wrote the first... Learn More£130.00Stock Code: 67605
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LINDLEY, John. The Beurre Diel Pear.1830
This superb plate comes from the third volume of Lindley's wonderful and informative work entitled 'The Pomological Magazine', published in London by James Ridgeway in 1830. Lindley was the very first professor of botany at University College London, and in time, he became the first secretary of The Horticultural Society. In 1838 he wrote the first... Learn More£130.00Stock Code: 67603
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LINDLEY, John. The Aston Town Pear.1830
This superb plate comes from the third volume of Lindley's wonderful and informative work entitled 'The Pomological Magazine', published in London by James Ridgeway in 1830. Lindley was the very first professor of botany at University College London, and in time, he became the first secretary of The Horticultural Society. In 1838 he wrote the first... Learn More£75.00Stock Code: 66038
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LINDLEY, John. The Kerry Pippin Apple.1830
This superb plate comes from the third volume of Lindley's wonderful and informative work entitled 'The Pomological Magazine', published in London by James Ridgeway in 1830. Lindley was the very first professor of botany at University College London, and in time, he became the first secretary of The Horticultural Society. In 1838 he wrote the first... Learn More£75.00Stock Code: 66050
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LINDLEY, John. The Horsforth Seedling Grape.1830
This superb plate comes from the third volume of Lindley's wonderful and informative work entitled 'The Pomological Magazine', published in London by James Ridgeway in 1830. Lindley was the very first professor of botany at University College London, and in time, he became the first secretary of The Horticultural Society. In 1838 he wrote the first... Learn More£125.00Stock Code: 66065
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LINDLEY, John. The Cornish Gilliflower Apple.1830
This superb plate comes from the third volume of Lindley's wonderful and informative work entitled 'The Pomological Magazine', published in London by James Ridgeway in 1830. Lindley was the very first professor of botany at University College London, and in time, he became the first secretary of The Horticultural Society. In 1838 he wrote the first... Learn More£130.00Stock Code: 67591
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LINDLEY, John. The Belle et Bonne Pear.1830
This superb plate comes from the third volume of Lindley's wonderful and informative work entitled 'The Pomological Magazine', published in London by James Ridgeway in 1830. Lindley was the very first professor of botany at University College London, and in time, he became the first secretary of The Horticultural Society. In 1838 he wrote the first... Learn More£130.00Stock Code: 67596
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KIP, Johannes. Wyck the Seat of Richard Haines.1719
This print of Wyck is a wonderful example of Johannes Kip's work. Architectural elements are rendered with great care and detail; with the gardens and nature beyond illustrated with luxurious fullness. The print was originally produced for the remarkable Britannia Illustrata before being published in Robert Atkyns' The Ancient & Present State of... Learn More£330.00Stock Code: 53437
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KIP, Johannes. Lupiatt the Seat of Thomas Stephens1719
This print of Lupiatt is a wonderful example of Johannes Kip's work. The house is rendered with great care and detail; and the surrounding wooded formal gardens and distant nature are illustrated with luxurious fullness. It was originally produced for the remarkable Britannia Illustrata before being published in Robert Atkyns' The Ancient & Present... Learn More£330.00Stock Code: 53432
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LINDLEY, John. The Bezy de la Motte Pear.1830
This superb plate comes from the third volume of Lindley's wonderful and informative work entitled 'The Pomological Magazine', published in London by James Ridgeway in 1830. Lindley was the very first professor of botany at University College London, and in time, he became the first secretary of The Horticultural Society. In 1838 he wrote the first... Learn More£75.00Stock Code: 66040
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CAMPBELL, Colen. The Elevation of Newbold Hall in Warwickshire.London : c 1771
A fine engraving of a front elevation and a floor plan for a wealthy patron in Warwickshire. Taken from Colen Campbell's Vitruvius Britannicus or, "The British Architect. Containing the Geometrical Plans of the most Considerable Gardens and Plantations; also the Plans, Elevations, and Sections of the most Regular Buildings With Large Views, in Perspective,... Learn More£140.00Stock Code: 73714
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KIP, Johannes. Southam the Seat of Kinard de la Bere Esq.1719
This print of Southam is a wonderful example of Johannes Kip's work. The house and its surrounding gardens rendered with great care and detail; and the and the wooded and rocky coutnryside beyond is illustrated with luxurious fullness. It was originally produced for the remarkable Britannia Illustrata before being published in Robert Atkyns' The... Learn More£330.00Stock Code: 53438
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CAMPBELL, Colen, & H. Hulsbergh (engr.) The Section of Wansted House. Le Profil de la Maison de Wansted.[c.1775]
The engraving comes from Colen Campbell's Vitruvius Britannicus or, "The British Architect. Containing the Geometrical Plans of the most Considerable Gardens and Plantations; also the Plans, Elevations, and Sections of the most Regular Buildings With Large Views, in Perspective, of the most Remarkable Edifices in Great Britain." Campbell, chief architect... Learn More£170.00Stock Code: 56986
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MOLL, Herman. A Most Exact Map of Flanders or Austrian Netherlands &c..[1712] c1730
A very detailed and large scale map of what was the Spanish Netherlands, and what is essentially modern day Belgium and most of Luxembourg by the well regarded and gifted cartographer and engraver, Herman Moll. The map shows all towns and villages, abbeys and monasteries throughout the provinces. A very decorative and ornate cartouche is dedicated to... Learn More£550.00Stock Code: 66088
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ENGLAND; Kent. A Prospect of the Church called the Reculvers in Kent/A map of the Beacons in Kentc1717.
A delightful map showing the beacons of Kent, above which there is a view of a church called the 'Reculvers in Kent'. Shield with dedication to Mr Richard Mount, 'Citizen and Stationer of London Native of Kent'. Before accurate maps were available, people used to navigate by prominent landmarks such as hills, standing stones and later Church towers... Learn More£120.00Stock Code: 57698
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HARRIS, John A MAP of the BEACONS in KENTc1720.
A delightful map showing the beacons of Kent, above which there is a view of a church called the 'Reculvers in Kent'. Shield with dedication to Mr Richard Mount, 'Citizen and Stationer of London Native of Kent'. Before accurate maps were available, people used to navigate by prominent landmarks such as hills, standing stones and later Church towers... Learn More£120.00Stock Code: 54984
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BUCK, Samuel & Nathaniel. The South West Prospect of the City of Exeter.1736
From 1726 to 1742, Samuel Buck (1696-1779) and his brother Nathaniel published an ambitious series of collection of perspective views ("antiquities") in the counties of England and Wales. From 1728 they worked on a parallel project, producing long prospects of all the cities, sea-ports and county towns, usually marketing their town prospects in sets... Learn More£1,000.00Stock Code: 64657
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BUCK, Samuel & Nathaniel. The South Prospect of Reading in the County of Berks.1734
From 1726 to 1742, Samuel Buck (1696-1779) and his brother Nathaniel published an ambitious series of collection of perspective views ("antiquities") in the counties of England and Wales. From 1728 they worked on a parallel project, producing long prospects of all the cities, sea-ports and county towns, usually marketing their town prospects in sets... Learn More£500.00Stock Code: 64650
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HOGARTH, WILLIAM. And the child grew......And she called him Moses.1822
And the child grew and she brought him into Pharaohs daughter, and he became her son. And she called him Moses.
The painting upon which this large engraving is based was created by William Hogarth for his favourite charity, the Foundling Hospital. It was jointly engraved and etched by William Hogarth and Luke Sullivan, an etcher who worked for... Learn More£195.00Stock Code: 55783
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Artist: HOGARTH, William.Engraved by COOK, T. The Invasion: France. The Invasion: England.1806
Two fantastic prints depicting the Invasion of France and England. " The Invasion" represents one of William Hogarth's most didactic sets of engravings. Created at the beginning of the French and Indian War (also termed the Seven Year's War) an invasion from France seemed probable. William Hogarth thus used this pair of engravings to boost public morale.... Learn More£240.00Stock Code: 57830
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HOGARTH, William, & T. Cook (engr.) King Henry the Eighth & Anna Bullen.London : 1806
This famous print shows Henry the VIII talking at court to Anne Boleyn, with a slightly despairing Cardinal Wolsey at right of picture. It is thought that the print was Hogarth's comment on the relationship of the Prince of Wales with Harriet Vane. The painting on which this print is based was hung for many years in Vauxhall Gardens. Learn More£210.00Stock Code: 54501
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Artist: HOGARTH, William.Engraved by COOK, T. The Invasion: France. The Invasion: England.1806
Two fantastic prints depicting the Invasion of France and England. " The Invasion" represents one of William Hogarth's most didactic sets of engravings. Created at the beginning of the French and Indian War (also termed the Seven Year's War) an invasion from France seemed probable. William Hogarth thus used this pair of engravings to boost public morale.... Learn More£200.00Stock Code: 57831
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Artist: HOGARTH, William.Engraved by COOK, T. The Invasion: France. The Invasion: England.1806
Two fantastic prints depicting the Invasion of France and England. " The Invasion" represents one of William Hogarth's most didactic sets of engravings. Created at the beginning of the French and Indian War (also termed the Seven Year's War) an invasion from France seemed probable. William Hogarth thus used this pair of engravings to boost public morale.... Learn More£240.00Stock Code: 57832
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HOGARTH, William. Bambridge on trial for murder by a committee of the House of Commons.1806
Thomas Bambridge was a warder at the Fleet prison who was tried for cruelty to prisoners. In this print, a pitiable prisoner kneels in front of a committee of bewigged gentlemen. Bambridge is to the left of the print. Hogarth's father was imprisoned in the Fleet prison for debt, which made him sympathetic to the plight of prisoners. Engraved by T. Cook.... Learn More£230.00Stock Code: 54503
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HOGARTH, William, & T. Cook (engr.) Hudibras.London : 1806
Hogarth's 12 prints illustrating Samuel Butler's poem Hudibras, were among his favourite works. The work is a satirical polemic upon Roundheads, Puritans, Presbyterians and many of the other factions involved in the English Civil War. The work was written in three parts in 1663, 1664 and 1678 although an unauthorised edition came out in 1662. Although... Learn More£300.00Stock Code: 54502
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Artist: HOGARTH, William.Engraved by COOK, T. Hudibras Encounters the Skimmington.1806
Hudibras Encounters the Skimmington comes from Hogarth's "Illustrations for Samuel Butler's Hudibras". A 'Skimmington' was an old custom in rural England and Scotland directed at either nagging wives or unfaithful husbands. An unruly procession was formed for the purpose of ridiculing the offender. Learn More£95.00Stock Code: 57826
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Artist: HOGARTH, William.Engraved by COOK, T. The Idle'Prentice at Play in the Church Yard, during Divine Service.1806
In the Idle'Prentice, Tom Idle has neglected participation at the service in favour of gambling in the graveyard beside the church. The game actually takes place upon a grave and under Tom's reclining form the words, 'Here', 'Body' and 'Of', are visible. Thus the Idle Apprentice may very well be sitting upon his own grave. Learn More£75.00Stock Code: 57825
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Artist: HOGARTH, Wiliam.Engraved by COOK, T. Sleeping Congregation. Masquerades and Operas, Burlington-gate. Columbus Breaking the Egg.1806
Three prints on one plate. Hogarth's treatment of the Sleeping Congregation, the torpor caused by a country parson's sermon, foreshadows Rowlandson's satirical device of bringing together different types of individuals at a ludicrous social occasion. Columbus Breaking the Egg depicts an apocryphal tale concerning Christopher Columbus's response to detractors... Learn More£95.00Stock Code: 57813
