1905 Print Marshall London England Marshall Paul Cathedral Ludgate Hill XGFA7

$55.95 USD

This is an original 1905 color print of Ludgate Hill with St. Paul's Cathedral in the background in London, United Kingdom. Ludgate Hill gets it name from the old Ludgate which was a gate to the city of London until it was torn down 1780. St. Paul's is a Church of England cathedral. The present building was built in the late 17th century and designed by Sir Chistopher Wren as part of a massive rebuilding project after the Great Fire of London destroyed much of the city.

CONDITION

This 106+ year old Item is rated Near Mint. Light aging throughout. No creases. No natural defects. No surface rub. No tears. No water damage.

Product Type: Original Color Print; Color
Grade: Near Mint
Dimensions: Approximately 5.5 x 7.5 inches; 14 x 19 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 Marshall, Herbert Menzies. Artist signature in print - bottom right of image.

Marshall, Herbert Menzies

English painter and illustrator Herbert Menzies Marshall (1814-1913) was born in Leeds and studied at both Westminster School and Cambridge University. He soon discovered that watercolors were his passion, and due to his great talent, he was able to exhibit at such places as the Royal Academy. Later in life, he became a professor at Queen's College, teaching his students the fine art of landscape painting.

Keywords specific to this image: Carriage, Horse, United Kingdom

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