Antique Wallingford Bridge Hand Coloured Engraving

An evocative Thames landscape capturing Wallingford Bridge, with the gentle character of an old hand coloured print.

This antique hand coloured engraving depicts Wallingford Bridge and the surrounding River Thames landscape, with the river winding through the scene and small figures adding a sense of life to the view.

There is a lovely sense of place to the composition. The carefully rendered bridge, buildings and countryside give an impression of Wallingford as it appeared centuries ago, while the restrained hand colouring brings warmth to what would originally have been a monochrome print.

Engravings such as this were an important way of recording and sharing views of towns, landmarks and landscapes. Before photography, printed views offered people the opportunity to see distant places and preserve a visual record of Britain’s changing towns and countryside.

The original print has been presented in an antique black wooden frame with delicate gold beaded detailing. The darker frame works beautifully with the softer tones of the engraving, giving the piece a quietly traditional feel without overpowering the landscape itself.

A wonderful choice for anyone drawn to old maps, historic views and the stories held within original works on paper.

Details

Type: Hand coloured engraving
Title: Wallingford
Subject: River Thames landscape
Material: Paper print under glass
Frame: Antique black wood with gold beading
Orientation: Landscape
Era: 18th century
Display: Ready to hang

Dimensions

Height: 29 cm
Width: 40 cm
Depth: 1.5 cm

Inner Aperture Height: Approx. 24 cm
Inner Aperture Width: Approx. 35 cm

Condition

Good antique condition with minor wear to the frame. Original glass remains in place. Please refer to the photographs for further detail.

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