1927 Print Traquiar House Bear Gates Peebles Scotland Royalty Gordon Home XGL3

This is an original 1927 halftone print of a pencil drawing of the Bear Gates at the Traquair House near Peebles in Scotland. It is the oldest continuously inhabited house in Scotland and has a royalty-based history. Today, the Traquair House is open to the public, however, the Bear Gates that were closed in 1745 by the Jacobite army will not be reopened until a Stuart once again sits on the Scottish Throne. This print features artwork by English landscape artist, writer and illustrator Gordon Home.

CONDITION

This 84+ year old Item is rated Very Fine ++. Light foxing and aging. Moderate wrinkling. No natural defects. No surface rub. No tears. Please note that there is print on the verso. Also, please note the original plate impressions are visible in this print.

• Product Type: Original Halftone Print; Black / White
• Grade: Very Fine ++
• Dimensions: Approximately 8 x 6.5 inches; 20 x 17 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)

This piece was illustrated by Home, Gordon. Artist signature in print - bottom left of image.

Keywords specific to this image: Historic Landmark

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