Description: This is an early 19th century copper engraving of Hardwicke House on the River Thames, close to the town of Whitchurch-on-Thames, Oxfordshire. The house is reputed to have been the inspiration for Shephard's illustrations of Toad Hall, from Kenneth Grahame's classic book, The Wind in the Willows. Published 1st June, 1823 By J. Skelton, Magdalen Bridge, Oxford. The engraving measures approximately 11 inches by 13.5 inches. It has creases, tears and discoloration from age. Provenance: previously owned by Mr Vito Giallo. Mr. Giallo came to New York in 1949 as a young commercial artist where he served as Andy Warhol's first paid assistant in 1955. From there he opened a succession of Manhattan-based antique stores that catered to New York’s rich and famous. The item(s) are antique and sold as is/as found unless otherwise noted. Because they are old, they were used and will not look new or new-like. They likely show wear, fading, scratches, chips, cracks, past repair/restoration, original imperfections and/or damage from normal use. Significant issues are shown in photos. Examine photos carefully as they are part of the description. Imperfections were factored into pricing. No returns or refunds.
Price: 40 USD
Location: Oakland, California
End Time: 2025-01-17T23:30:08.000Z
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Artist: Joseph Skelton
Image Orientation: Landscape
Period: Early 19th Century (1800-1830)
Title: Hardwicke House, The Seat of Philip Lybbe Powys, Esq.
Material: Paper
Item Length: 13.5 In
Original/Licensed Reprint: Original
Framing: Unframed
Region of Origin: England
Subject: Manor House
Type: Print
Year of Production: 1823
Item Height: 11 in
Theme: History
Country/Region of Manufacture: United Kingdom
Production Technique: Copper Engraving
Time Period Produced: 1800-1849
