THE CLOTH HALL
Engraved by R.Havell after George Walker
for "The Costume of Yorkshire" by George Walker
Published by Robinson and Son, Leeds 1814
A fine original aquatint of The Cloth Hall in Leeds, Yorkshire. Dated in the plate.
Yorkshire broad cloth was sold every Tuesday and Saturday for one hour only.
The manufacturers stand behind the wooden benches with the merchants in front, making their deals apparently in low whispers.
The street names of Cheapside and New street are marked on the walls.
From a first edition of Walker's "The Costume of Yorkshire" accompanied by the interesting related text in English and French.
A fascinating record of Yorkshire life in Regency England first issued as a part work in 1813 to 1814 and published as a complete book in 1814.
A most attractive print, ideal for framing and display.
Fine condition other than some light scattered spotting, mostly in fashion the margins as seen.
Free of repairs or restoration. The superb original colours remain bright and fresh.
Approx. 12" x 8" (300mm x 200mm) image area only, with good margins beyond.
Printed on wove paper, blank verso, not folded.
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A GENUINE ANTIQUE PRINT GUARANTEED OVER 200 YEARS OLD FROM LINDISFARNE PRINTS
DPA917
Product code: CLOTH HALL, LEEDS, Costume of Yorkshire, G.Walker fashion original antique print 1814