Antique 1887 Original Framed Ernest George “Ancient Bridge & City Wall” Copper Plate Etching

Details

Description

This antique framed original architectural etching titled Ancient Bridge & City Wall was created by Ernest George, a respected English … Read more This antique framed original architectural etching titled Ancient Bridge & City Wall was created by Ernest George, a respected English architect and illustrator active in the late 19th century, and dates to 1887, with the date handwritten in pencil beneath the image. The reverse identifies the work as an original hand-pulled copper plate etching printed in London by Seeley, Jackson & Halliday as part of a limited series of 30 plates rather than a later reproduction.

The atmospheric composition depicts an old-world European bridge and fortified city wall rendered with the intricate linework and tonal depth characteristic of late 19th century etching techniques. The print is beautifully presented in a substantial dark wood frame with an antiqued gilt border detail and warm blush-tan matting that complements the artwork exceptionally well and gives the piece a refined, collected appearance.

I especially love the romantic architectural quality of the scene — it has that quiet Victorian travel-portfolio feel that instantly adds warmth and history to a space without feeling overly formal.

The visible print area measures approximately 9.625ʺW × 7.75ʺH, while the overall framed dimensions are 16ʺW × 1.43ʺD × 16.5ʺH. Ready to hang and display. See less