1779 Good size 18th century print of Lostwithiel Stannary Palace, Cornwall

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Seller: kevin-steele ✉️ (12,629) 100%, Location: Marlow, GB, Ships to: WORLDWIDE, Item: 292164817317 1779 Good size 18th century print of Lostwithiel Stannary Palace, Cornwall.

 

On offer is an original (i.e. not a later reproduction) 1779 copper engraved print of "The Ruins of Lestwithiel Palace, in Cornwall.". 

DATE PRINTED: 1779

SIZE: The printed area including titles is approximately 28 x19 cm , 11 x 7.5 inches (medium) plus margins with a blank back.   

ARTIST/CARTOGRAPHER/ENGRAVER: Unknown

PROVENANCE: Published in The Modern Universal British Traveller or, a New, Complete, and Accurate tour Through England, Wales, Scotland, and the Neighbouring Islands. Published between 1779 and the mid 1790's by J. Cooke in London.

TYPE: Copper plate engraving on paper.  Uncoloured as issued.

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. A few slight spots to outer margins, but overall in very good and clean state. Note: These prints are over 225 years old, thus there are likely some age-related condtions present on the engravings. We will endeavor to point out the most glaring flaws, but expect at least some signs of age on this beautiful authentic copperplate engraving.

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.

BACKGROUND INFORMATION: 

The Stannary Palace, also known as the Duchy Palace, circa 1265–1300, was a complex of buildings constructed by the Earls of Cornwall as the centre of their administration. The surviving exchequer hall is reputed to be the oldest non-ecclesiastical building in Cornwall. The much larger great hall, of which large parts remain, was built as a replica of Westminster Hall. Its original function was as a Court and place of taxation dealing with the Cornish tin industry. In September 1644 AD, the English Civil War was at its height and the town of Lostwithiel was taken by the Earl of Essex who made it his headquarters. During the battle the town was badly damaged, the Great Hall sacked and burnt, destroying valuable records of the Shire and Stannaries. The part known as the Exchequer Hall was the least damaged and this then became the Convocation Hall for the Stannaries and the Public Convocation.  The last Tinners Parliament was held in the Hall in 1751 and in 1874 the Duchy Offices were removed elsewhere. The whole building was sold to tradesmen of the town. The Convocation Hall became a Drill Hall. This is now owned by the Freemasons. 

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  • Condition: Good. 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 and too noticeable unless otherwise stated
  • Date of Creation: Antique (Pre-1900)
  • Material: Copper Plate
  • Production Technique: Engraving
  • Originality: Original
  • Subject: Topographical
  • Print Surface: Paper
  • Listed By: Dealer or Reseller
  • Year of Production: 1779
  • Type: Print

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