{"product_id":"antique-book-plate-set","title":"Antique 1828 London Steel Engravings, Matching Pair — Thomas Shepherd \u0026 William Wallis, Original Period Frames","description":"\u003cp\u003eTwo hundred years ago, a printmaker in London pressed ink onto woven paper and captured a city in the act of becoming itself. These two engravings have survived intact — frames, glass, wooden backing boards, and handmade iron nails — and they are more beautiful for every year they have carried.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDrawn by Thomas Hosmer Shepherd (British, 1793–1864) and engraved by William Wallis, published by Jones \u0026amp; Co. of Kingsland Road, London in 1828, this matching pair depicts two of the great civic monuments of late Georgian London. \u003cem\u003eThe London University\u003c\/em\u003e celebrates the founding of what is now University College London, dedicated to Henry Brougham and Thomas Campbell — the men whose vision gave London its university. \u003cem\u003eEast Front of the Bank of England\u003c\/em\u003e captures Sir John Soane’s celebrated neoclassical facade alongside the old Royal Exchange tower and the daily street life of St. Bartholomew Lane on the 9th of August, 1828. Both prints feature selective, period-correct hand-painted watercolour details on the figures’ clothing — a refinement that elevates them above standard commercial engravings of the era. A considered addition to a study, library, or any interior that values objects with genuine historical weight. They are made to hang together.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetails\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eArtist: Thomas Hosmer Shepherd (British, 1793–1864)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEngraver: William Wallis (British, active early-to-mid 19th century)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePublisher: Jones \u0026amp; Co., 3 Acton Place, Kingsland Road, London\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDate: Published 1828\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMedium: Original late Georgian steel engraving on woven paper with period hand-painted watercolour details\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePiece A: \u003cem\u003eThe London University\u003c\/em\u003e — dedicated to Henry Brougham M.P. and Thomas Campbell Esqr.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePiece B: \u003cem\u003eEast Front of the Bank of England and New Tower of Royal Exchange, From St Bartholomew Lane\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions (each): 24 cm (W) × 29 cm (H) × 1 cm (D)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrame: Original matching period timber frames with dual-tone red inner borders\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardware: Original wooden backing boards and handmade iron nails intact\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCountry of Origin: United Kingdom\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCondition\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eAntique \/ Fair Condition — appropriate and expected for pieces of this age. Both sheets exhibit significant, authentic age-toning and foxing (mottled brown spotting) across the margins and surrounding matboards, consistent with nearly 200 years of existence. The timber frames show minor paint loss and chipping. The interior glass surfaces have developed a cloudy film over the decades and will benefit from a careful, gentle clean. The original backing boards and handmade iron nails are intact. No restoration.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe photographs form part of the condition report — please review all images carefully before purchasing.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCare\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eKeep out of direct sunlight to prevent further toning. Avoid humid environments. Handle by the frame only. If cleaning the glass, use a soft cloth applied to the glass directly — do not allow moisture near the paper or frame.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePostage\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis pair will be carefully wrapped and double-boxed to ensure both pieces arrive safely. Free tracked domestic postage with insurance is included. A signature will be required on delivery.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Thomas Hosmer Shepherd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42587019280430,"sku":null,"price":175.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2808\/9574\/files\/AntiqueBookPlate1828-BankofLondon2.jpg?v=1785139655","url":"https:\/\/jacquifink.com\/products\/antique-book-plate-set","provider":"Jacqui Fink","version":"1.0","type":"link"}