1836 Antique Print; Castle Campbell, Dollar, Clackmannanshire after Allom

Description: On offer: an original (i.e. not a later reproduction) antique print "Castle Campbell from the Valley of Dollar. (Perthshire).", Scotland. DATE PRINTED: 1836, dated on the print. SIZE: The printed area including titles is approximately 17.5 x 15.5 cm, 7 x 6 inches (medium) plus margins. ARTIST/CARTOGRAPHER/ENGRAVER: Engraved by Henry Griffiths (d. 1849) from an original study by the gifted Thomas Allom. Thomas Allom (13 March 1804 – 21 October 1872) was an English architect, artist, and topographical illustrator. He was a founding member of what became the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA). He designed many buildings in London, including the Church of St Peter's and parts of the elegant Ladbroke Estate in Notting Hill. He also worked with Sir Charles Barry on numerous projects, most notably the Houses of Parliament, and is also known for his numerous topographical works. PROVENANCE: Produced for "Scotland illustrated in a series of views taken expressly for this work by T. Allom, W.H. Bartlett, and H. M'Culloch " (George Virtue, London : 1835-1838). TYPE: Antique steel 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. 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: Castle Campbell is a medieval castle situated above the town of Dollar, Clackmannanshire, in central Scotland. It was the lowland seat of the earls and dukes of Argyll, chiefs of Clan Campbell, from the 15th to the 19th century, and was visited by Mary, Queen of Scots, in the 16th century. Mary was impressed by this and said "this reminds me of home". Please explore my ebay shop for more antique prints. Track Page Views With Auctiva's FREE Counter

Price: 8.99 GBP

Location: Marlow

End Time: 2025-02-04T16:13:00.000Z

Shipping Cost: 6.45 GBP