Cries of London 'Milk Below Maids' by Francis Wheatley (1747-1801) Vintage Art Print, Framed
Circa 1960s print edition and frame, of an 18th century artwork.
Colour lithographic print of an earlier engraving, framed. Ready to hang.
An old London street scene, in the Georgian era, with a lady milkmaid, two children and a dog. Obelisk shape street lamp to the side. Carriage and buildings to background. Printed title along the bottom print border states 'Milk Below Maids' from the Cries of London Series by English artist F. Wheatley, 1798. The original engraving was by L. Schiavonetti, the Italian engraver. Printed on textured paper or thin card with a white border.
Art Style: Urban working life, social history, fine, Georgian observational portraiture.
Frame Details:
Wooden frame, black colour finish with pale gold colour beading to inner/outer edges. Glass to front. Board back on frame with tabbed and taped edges and original framer's label (Boots). Metal eyes, with cord for hanging.
Size:
External size, including frame, approx 12 x 9 inches, 30.5cm x 22 .8cm.
Upright.
Condition:
Print excellent on the whole with some very slight yellowing to the edges. Slight wear/marks to frame edges and a small beading chip to corner. Marks on the board on the back of the frame. Rest of framing very good.
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