London, Chinese Pagoda and Temple of Concord - Original Engraving 1814

Original copper engraving with two views of the temporary structures put up in London to celebrate the peace after the defeat of Napoleon: above, the Chinese pagoda and bridge raised in St James's Park, with a hot-air balloon over the scene; below, the Temple of Concord, erected for the celebration of 1 August 1814.

Both structures formed part of the great public festivities paid for by the British government for the end of the Napoleonic wars. The pagoda burned down during the fireworks of that same night.

Medium: Original copper engraving.
Date: 1814.
Dimensions: 10.1 x 8 in (25.7 x 20.2 cm).
Condition: Paper browned with light staining; plate marks clean.