{"product_id":"authentic-antique-signed-etchings-a-british-cathedral-and-st-andrews-church-1","title":"Authentic Antique Signed Etchings - A British Cathedral and St. Andrew's Church","description":"\u003cp style=\"\\'word-wrap:\" break-word\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e  Used\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"\\'word-wrap:\" break-word\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e This set is in good antique condition, with the patina and wear expected from items of this age. The frames for all three pieces have scuffs, scratches, and a few small dings. The paper of the etchings themselves has a lovely, aged patina with some \"foxing\" (age-related brown spots) and toning, which is considered highly desirable by collectors and confirms their authenticity. The glass is clean with minimal scuffs. Please review all photos for the most accurate depiction of the items' condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Unbranded\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Etching\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Black and White\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Paper\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSubject:\u003c\/strong\u003e Church\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTheme:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cityscape\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTime Period Produced:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1850-1899\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCountry of Origin:\u003c\/strong\u003e United Kingdom\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/strong\u003e Framed\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eArtist:\u003c\/strong\u003e W.E. Douton\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction Technique:\u003c\/strong\u003e Etching\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOriginal\/Licensed Reprint:\u003c\/strong\u003e Original\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is a beautiful and authentic set of two original antique etchings, perfect for anyone who appreciates fine art and historical cityscapes. These are not prints but original signed etchings. The set includes a detailed view of a bustling cathedral street scene and a second etching of \u003cb\u003eSt. Andrew's Church in Newcastle\u003c\/b\u003e. Both pieces are signed and matted in their original frames, showcasing the delicate and intricate lines of this traditional art form. A smaller, black-framed print is also included to complete the set.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCondition\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis set is in \u003cb\u003egood antique condition\u003c\/b\u003e, with the patina and wear expected from items of this age. The frames for all three pieces have scuffs, scratches, and a few small dings. The paper of the etchings themselves has a lovely, aged patina with some \"foxing\" (age-related brown spots) and toning, which is considered highly desirable by collectors and confirms their authenticity. The glass is clean with minimal scuffs. Please review all photos for the most accurate depiction of the items' condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHistorical Background\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThese pieces are \u003cb\u003eoriginal, signed etchings\u003c\/b\u003e, a form of printmaking where an artist manually creates an image on a metal plate, which is then inked and used to create a print on paper. This process is highly skilled and each print is considered an original work of art. The two larger etchings are signed by \u003cb\u003eW.E. Douton\u003c\/b\u003e and titled, suggesting he was a skilled artist. The style and subject matter point to an era of detailed artistry in the late 19th or early 20th century. These etchings would have been treasured pieces of decorative art in their time, and they continue to be a wonderful glimpse into a bygone era of British life.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eMeasurements\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCathedral Etching (with frame):\u003c\/b\u003e 11.25 inches tall x 8.75 inches wide\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSt. Andrew's Church Etching (with frame):\u003c\/b\u003e 11.25 inches tall x 8.75 inches wide\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSmall Black Frame:\u003c\/b\u003e 5.5 inches tall x 5.5 inches wide\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Unbranded","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53312728367451,"sku":null,"price":48.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0936\/4986\/3003\/files\/57_2fe41fcb-0e2e-43a1-8672-936f27e52ba3.png?v=1780668379","url":"https:\/\/gifteduk.com\/products\/authentic-antique-signed-etchings-a-british-cathedral-and-st-andrews-church-1","provider":"Gifted UK","version":"1.0","type":"link"}