Original 1823 copper engraving with the west front of Peterborough Cathedral, the celebrated gothic facade of three giant arches and spires, drawn by J. Carter and engraved by J. Chapman. The lettering states that it was engraved for the Encyclopaedia Londinensis in August 1823.
Original 1823 copper engraving with the west front of Peterborough Cathedral, the celebrated gothic facade of three giant arches and spires, drawn by J. Carter and engraved by J. Chapman. The lettering states that it was engraved for the Encyclopaedia Londinensis in August 1823.
Medium: Copper engraving.
Artist / after: John Carter.
Engraver: John Chapman (active 1792-1823).
Date: August 1823.
Source: Encyclopaedia Londinensis.
Dimensions: 8.2 x 10.7 in (20.8 x 27.3 cm).
Condition: Good. Toned paper, with damp stains in the margins and light wear at the edges; the image clean.