Lot 415:
Description
A collection of five framed topographical works including two large monochrome photographic prints and three smaller antique engravings relating to Plymouth. The monochrome photographs comprise a promenade scene, likely the Hoe, featuring figures in Victorian or Edwardian period dress, and a harbour scene filled with various sailing vessels, including a boat in the foreground marked 240.PH. The three engravings include a hand-coloured view titled PLYMOUTH FROM GREENBANK, noted as Drawn by H. Gastineau and Published by H. Besley, Directory Office, South Street, Exeter; a hand-coloured engraving titled View of Eddystone Light House.; and a monochrome engraving titled THE BARBICAN, POOL, &c. PLYMOUTH., credited to T. Allom and H. Wallis. The reverse of the Eddystone Lighthouse frame features an adhesive paper label from FOXSMITH GALLERIES stating We Guarantee This Item is an Original / EDDYSTONE LIGHTHOUSE / ARTIST: ANON / DATE: CIRCA 1815. The works are housed in various gilt and composite frames under glass.
Width: 78 cm (widest frame).
Condition report:
The collection shows visible signs of age and handling throughout. The Greenbank engraving exhibits significant foxing and brown spotting across the paper surface (photo 6). All three engravings show general toning and light discoloration to the paper consistent with age. The frames show minor scuffs, chips to the gilt finish, and wear to the edges (photo 1). The two large photographic prints appear in generally good order within their mounts, though some minor dust is visible under the glass. The paper backing on the reverse of the frames shows some tearing and typical age-related wear (photo 7).
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