1776 (1787) Antique Print; Bach y Graig House, Flintshire, Wales after Grose

Description: On offer: an original (i.e. not a later reproduction) antique print "Bachegrig House, Flintshire.", Wales. DATE PRINTED: 1787 (1776 is the date of engraving, dated on the view)SIZE: The printed area including titles is approximately 16 x 11.5 cm (6.25 x 4.5 inches) plus margins with a blank back (small). ARTIST/CARTOGRAPHER/ENGRAVER: Drawn by Francis Grose and engraved by Richard Godfrey b. 1728. PROVENANCE: This print was published in an 1787 edition of "The Antiquities of England and Wales", by Francis Grose. Francis Grose (1731–1791) was an antiquary and lexicographer, of Swiss extraction. He published Antiquities of England and Wales (1773–87), which was well received, and thereafter, in 1789, set out on an antiquarian tour through Scotland, the fruit of which was Antiquity of Scotland (1789–91). He afterwards undertook a similar expedition to Ireland, but died suddenly at Dublin. TYPE: Antique copper plate engraving printed on paper. VERSO: There is nothing printed on the reverse side which is blank. CONDITION: Good; suitable for framing. Please check the scan for any blemishes prior to making your purchase. Virtually all antiquarian maps and prints are subject to some normal aging due to use and time which is not significant unless otherwise stated. I offer a no questions asked return policy.AUTHENTICITY: This is an authentic antique print, published at the date stated above. I do not offer reproductions. It is not a modern copy. The term 'original' when applied to a print means that it was printed at the first or original date of publication; it does not imply that the item is unique. RETURNS POLICY: I offer a no questions returns policy. All I ask is that you pay return shipping and mail back to me in original condition. POSTAGE / SHIPPING COSTS: I only charge postage for the first print ordered. There is no additional postage charge if you order more than one print. BACKGROUND INFORMATION: Bach y Graig House was built by Sir Richard Clough in 1567 and his initials are shown on this view. At the time of drawing this view (1770) the house was owned by Henry Thrale Esq. Bach y Graig is steeped in history, once visited by Samuel Johnson and has retained many original features, oak beams, oak panelling, oak doors, inglenook fireplace, and is reputed to be the first brick built building in Wales. Please explore my ebay shop for more antique prints. Track Page Views With Auctiva's FREE Counter

Price: 7.99 GBP

Location: Marlow

End Time: 2024-11-07T15:01:07.000Z

Shipping Cost: 6.74 GBP