Description: On offer: an original (i.e. not a later reproduction) architectural antique print "Amphitheatre, Westminster Bridge. View of the Interior.", London. DATE PRINTED: 1838.SIZE: The printed area including titles is approximately 17 x 13 cm (6.75 x 5.25 inches) plus margins with a blank back (small). ARTIST/CARTOGRAPHER/ENGRAVER: Engraved by Richard Roffe from a study by H. Ansted (active 1823-25). PROVENANCE: Published in 'Illustrations of the Public Buildings of London: With Historical and Descriptive Accounts' by Augustus Pugin, John Britton. Published in 1838 by John Weale, Architectural Library High Holborn London. This work, in two volumes, is by the antiquary John Britton FSA, 1771-1857 (of Burton Street) and the architect Augustus Welby Northmore Pugin, 1812-52 (of Great Russell Street).TYPE: Antique steel plate engraving printed on paper. VERSO: There is nothing printed on the reverse side, which is blank. CONDITION: Good; suitable for framing. Please check the scan for any blemishes prior to making your purchase. Virtually all antiquarian paper is subject to some normal aging due to use and time which is not significant unless otherwise stated. AUTHENTICITY: This is an authentic antique print, published at the date stated above. I do not offer reproductions. It is not a modern copy. The term 'original' when applied to a print means that it was printed at the first or original date of publication; it does not imply that the item is unique. RETURNS POLICY: I offer a no questions returns policy. All I ask is that you pay return shipping and mail back to me in original condition. POSTAGE / SHIPPING COSTS: I only charge postage for the first print ordered. There is no additional postage charge if you order more than one print. BACKGROUND INFORMATION: Astley's Amphitheatre was a performance venue in London opened by Philip Astley in 1773, considered the first modern circus ring. It was burned and rebuilt several times, and went through many owners and managers. Despite no trace of the theatre remaining today, a memorial plaque was unveiled in 1951 at its site at 225 Westminster Bridge Road.Please explore my ebay shop for more antique prints. Track Page Views With Auctiva's FREE Counter
Price: 7.99 GBP
Location: Marlow
End Time: 2024-11-12T13:44:00.000Z
Shipping Cost: 6.52 GBP
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Return postage will be paid by: Buyer
Returns Accepted: Returns Accepted
After receiving the item, your buyer should cancel the purchase within: 30 days
Return policy details: I accept returns within 14 days provided that the items are returned to me in the same condition as shipped.
Unit of Sale: Single Piece
Artist: H. Ansted
Image Orientation: Landscape
Size: Small
Material: Paper
Original/Licensed Reprint: Original
Framing: Unframed
Subject: London, Topographical
Type: Print
Year of Production: 1838
Theme: Architecture
Production Technique: Steel Engraving
Country/Region of Manufacture: United Kingdom
Time Period Produced: 1800-1849
