1873 Wood Engraving Alfred Rankley Art Grandfather Clock Lovers Romance YTG5

"The Old Clock on the Stairs"

This is an original 1873 black and white in-text wood engraving of a painting by Alfred Rankley (1819-1872) entitled, "The Old Clock on the Stairs", after a poem written by Henry Wadsworth Longfellow (1807-1882) that portrays a romantic couple.

CONDITION

This 140+ year old Item is rated Very Fine ++. Moderate aging throughout. Light wrinkling. There is light bleedthrough on this piece from the verso. Some light surface rub. Please note: There is printing on the verso.

• Product Type: Original In-Text Wood Engraving; Black / White
• Grade: Very Fine ++
• Dimensions: Approximately 7.25 x 10.25 inches; 18 x 26 cm
• Authentication: Serial-Numbered Certificate of Authenticity w/ Full Provenance
• Protection: Packaged in a custom archival sleeve with an acid-free black board (great for display, gift-giving, and preservation)

Period Paper is proud to present a collection of wood engravings from 1873 issues of The Graphic magazine that illustrate the people, places, and events of Victorian era England, including hare coursing at Great Altcar, London cityscapes, sailing ships of the British Royal Navy, and many others! To continue indulging your inner Anglophile, simply click on the link provided beneath the condition paragraph. Enjoy!

Reproductive art by H. Harral.

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