Condition: Used
Condition Notes: Print: The print is in good antique condition for being nearly 200 years old. There is age-related toning and some light foxing/discolouration to the paper, which is to be expected and adds to its authentic character. The engraved lines remain sharp and clear, and the hand-colouring is well-preserved. Please study the detailed photographs provided to assess the condition for yourself.Frame: The piece is presented in a handsome black and gilt (gold) frame with a cream-coloured mount, all behind glass. The frame is in very good vintage condition with only minor signs of age-appropriate wear.Overall: The print is securely framed and ready to be displayed. The back is sealed with framing tape and has a wire for hanging.
Brand: Unbranded
Type: Print
Colour: Multi-Coloured
Material: Paper
Subject: Landscape,Seascape,Ships
Country of Origin: United Kingdom
Country/Region of Manufacture: United Kingdom
Framing: Framed
Original/Licensed Reproduction: Original
Image Orientation: Landscape
Item Height: 8 in
Item Width: 10.25 in
Theme: Nautical
Year of Production: 1830
Production Technique: Engraving
For sale is a beautiful and evocative antique, hand-coloured engraving depicting a bustling port scene, framed and ready to hang. This charming piece of history captures the vibrant atmosphere of a major 19th-century harbour, filled with tall ships, smaller boats, and dockside activity.
The print is clearly marked "Engraved by Lambert & Collard" in the lower margin. This provides a direct link to its fascinating origin.
Historical Background:
Lambert & Collard were a firm of engravers and printers active in Bristol, England, during the early 19th century (circa 1820s-1830s). They were known for producing topographical views, particularly of their home city. This scene is almost certainly a depiction of Bristol's famous Floating Harbour during the Georgian or early Victorian period. At that time, Bristol was one of the most important ports in Britain, a hub of trade and maritime exploration. This engraving is not just a decorative item, but a genuine historical document capturing a moment in the city's rich nautical past. The hand-colouring adds a delightful vibrancy to the detailed linework of the engraving.
This is a wonderful opportunity to own an authentic piece of British maritime history. It would be a superb addition to any collection of antique prints, maritime art, or for anyone with an interest in the history of Bristol.
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Condition:
Print: The print is in good antique condition for being nearly 200 years old. There is age-related toning and some light foxing/discolouration to the paper, which is to be expected and adds to its authentic character. The engraved lines remain sharp and clear, and the hand-colouring is well-preserved. Please study the detailed photographs provided to assess the condition for yourself.
Frame: The piece is presented in a handsome black and gilt (gold) frame with a cream-coloured mount, all behind glass. The frame is in very good vintage condition with only minor signs of age-appropriate wear.
Overall: The print is securely framed and ready to be displayed. The back is sealed with framing tape and has a wire for hanging.
This is a genuine antique item, not a modern reproduction. Please examine all photos carefully as they form a crucial part of the description.
Don't miss the chance to add this delightful and historic piece to your home or office decor!
