Antique St Bart's Hospital Engraving, English, Framed, Architectural, Georgian

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This is an antique hospital engraving. An English, framed lithograph of medical interest, dating to the Georgian period and later, … Read more This is an antique hospital engraving. An English, framed lithograph of medical interest, dating to the Georgian period and later, circa 1755.

A fine architectural and historical study of one of London’s most celebrated medical institutions
Charming period engraving depicting St Bartholomew’s Hospital, London
Set within a later, tasteful frame with a gilt finish
Presented behind clear, bright protective glass
Displays a desirable aged patina and in good order throughout

Scene originally drawn and engraved circa 1755 on behalf of John Tuff Esquire
A controversial figure, as the Treasurer he absconded with £4000 of the hospital's money
This syphoning of funds saw the featured East Wing development to be abandoned

Strong architectural detail with excellent clarity to the hospital frontage
Hand-coloured and further accentuated with heraldic interest
Dressed to the rear with hanging wire for ease of wall mounting
Ideal for collectors of medical history or those with personal or professional links to St Bartholomew’s Hospital

A fascinating Georgian-era engraving, offering historic London hospital interest, well suited to a study, library or professional interior. Delivered ready to display.

Dimensions:
Max Width: 38cm (15'')
Max Depth: 1cm (.5'')
Max Height: 50cm (19.75'')

Map Width: 24.5cm (9.75'')
Map Depth: cm ('')
Map Height: 36.5cm (14.25'') See less