An interesting and very finely engraved 19th century view of the Clifton Suspension Bridge*, Bristol which was drawn and engraved by W. H. Bartlett and W. Mossman, respectively, and published in William Finden’s The Ports, Harbours, Watering-Places and Coast Scenery of Great Britain (London: George Virtue , 1836-1842).
*The Bridge was designed in 1830 by Isambard Kingdom Brunel (1806-1859), “one of the most ingenious and prolific figures in engineering history”. Construction finally began in 1836 but was halted in 1843 (a year after the engraving was made) due to a lack of funds. It wasn’t until 1864, five years after Brunel’s death, that it was completed; nevertheless; it is widely regarded as one of his greatest achievements.
- This is an original steel engraving with fine later hand colour.
- Printed area is approximately 18.5cms by 14.7cms (including title).
- The engraving is in very good condition with decent margins. Click on image for a better view.
- The item comes displayed in a ready to frame acid free mount.
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- Guaranteed to be over 170 years old.
