Original copper engraving of the Rock of Gibraltar seen from the isthmus, with the lines of fortification stepped up the slope and the town spread out at the foot of the cliff. Signed Heath sculp.: the work of James Heath (1757-1834), academician and engraver to the King in London, much in demand for travel books and fine English editions.
Original copper engraving of the Rock of Gibraltar seen from the isthmus, with the lines of fortification stepped up the slope and the town spread out at the foot of the cliff. Signed Heath sculp.: the work of James Heath (1757-1834), academician and engraver to the King in London, much in demand for travel books and fine English editions.
Medium: Copper engraving on laid paper.
Engraver: James Heath (1757-1834).
Dimensions: Plate mark 6.0 x 7.4 in (15.2 x 18.8 cm).
Condition: Good margins. Slight foxing outside the image; the area within the plate mark is clean.