{"product_id":"pair-antique-c-1830s-thomas-allom-engravings-pr-bamborough-holy-island-castles","title":"Pair Antique c.1830s Thomas Allom Engravings pr Bamborough \u0026 Holy Island Castles","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 Prints: For items approaching 200 years old, the prints are in good antique condition. There is some age-related toning and light foxing to the paper, as is common and expected with antique prints. This does not detract from the images but rather confirms their authenticity. The hand-colouring remains vibrant.Frames: The prints are housed in matching vintage black frames with an attractive beaded silver-tone inner border. They are in good overall condition and present the prints very well. Please note: one corner of the smaller (Bamborough Castle) frame has a noticeable chip\/scuff (see final close-up photo for detail). Otherwise, there are just minor signs of age-appropriate wear.Overall: The prints are secured behind glass and are ready to be displayed. The backs are sealed with paper tape and have hanging wires fitted.This is a genuine antique pair, not a modern reproduction. Please examine all photos carefully as they form a crucial part of the description.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCountry of Origin:\u003c\/strong\u003e United Kingdom\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUnit of Sale:\u003c\/strong\u003e Single Piece\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Print\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYear of Production:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1830\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImage Orientation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Landscape\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSigned:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTheme:\u003c\/strong\u003e Architecture\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Paper\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOriginal\/Licensed Reprint:\u003c\/strong\u003e Original\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction Technique:\u003c\/strong\u003e print\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTime Period Produced:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1800-1849\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor sale is a wonderful and beautifully matched pair of antique, handcoloured engravings featuring two of Northumberland's most iconic coastal castles. These genuine Victorianera prints are after original drawings by the renowned artist Thomas Allom and are presented in matching vintage frames, ready to hang.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is a fantastic opportunity to acquire a decorative pair of prints steeped in British history, capturing the dramatic beauty of the Northumbrian coastline.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe Prints \u0026amp; Historical Background:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis pair of steel engravings dates to the 1830s and originates from a topographical book illustrating the scenic views of England's northern counties. The original drawings were created by Thomas Allom (18041872), a celebrated English artist and architect famous for his detailed and picturesque landscape views.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBAMBOROUGH CASTLE, NORTHUMBERLAND:\u003c\/b\u003e This print depicts the immense and formidable Bamborough Castle, perched majestically on a volcanic dolerite outcrop. The scene includes a windmill, which was a feature of the castle grounds in the 19th century.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHOLY ISLAND CASTLE:\u003c\/b\u003e This dynamic print shows the castle on Lindisfarne (the Holy Island) from the sea, with fishing boats navigating the choppy waters. The ruins of Lindisfarne Priory can also be seen in the background.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eBoth prints feature the delicate and intricate linework characteristic of steel engraving, which has been enhanced with periodappropriate handcolouring, adding life and depth to the scenes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMeasurements:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlease note the frames are slightly different sizes, creating a complementary display.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBamborough Castle Print (Smaller Frame):\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eFrame Dimensions: Approx. 11 inches (28 cm) wide x 9.5 inches (24 cm) high.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHoly Island Castle Print (Larger Frame):\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eFrame Dimensions: Approx. 13 inches (33 cm) wide x 11.5 inches (29 cm) high.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePrints:\u003c\/b\u003e For items approaching 200 years old, the prints are in good antique condition. There is some agerelated toning and light foxing to the paper, as is common and expected with antique prints. This does not detract from the images but rather confirms their authenticity. The handcolouring remains vibrant.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFrames:\u003c\/b\u003e The prints are housed in matching vintage black frames with an attractive beaded silvertone inner border. They are in good overall condition and present the prints very well. \u003cb\u003ePlease note:\u003c\/b\u003e one corner of the smaller (Bamborough Castle) frame has a noticeable chip\/scuff (see final closeup photo for detail). Otherwise, there are just minor signs of ageappropriate wear.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eOverall:\u003c\/b\u003e The prints are secured behind glass and are ready to be displayed. The backs are sealed with paper tape and have hanging wires fitted.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is a genuine antique pair, not a modern reproduction. Please examine all photos carefully as they form a crucial part of the description.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis charming pair would make a wonderful gift or a superb addition to any home, especially for those with a love for coastal scenery, English castles, or the rich history of Northumberland.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gifted UK","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52605065658715,"sku":null,"price":119.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0936\/4986\/3003\/files\/57_45d8a641-4e13-480b-af0d-217f9ab45a04.png?v=1773693855","url":"https:\/\/gifteduk.com\/products\/pair-antique-c-1830s-thomas-allom-engravings-pr-bamborough-holy-island-castles","provider":"Gifted UK","version":"1.0","type":"link"}