Description: On offer: an original (i.e. not a later reproduction) antique print "The North View of Oxford Castle." DATE PRINTED: 1769. SIZE: The printed area including the titles is 14 x 8.5 cm (5.5 x 3.25 inches) plus margins (v. small). ARTIST/CARTOGRAPHER/ENGRAVER: Unknown. PROVENANCE: Published in London by Newbery and Carnan, between 1765-1770 for "A Description of England and Wales. Containing a particular Account of each County, with its Antiquities, Curiosities." TYPE: Antique copper plate engraving printed on paper. VERSO: There is nothing printed on the reverse side, which is blank. CONDITION: Good, suitable for framing. Please check the scan for any blemishes prior to making your purchase. Virtually all antiquarian paper is subject to some normal aging due to use and time which is not significant unless otherwise stated. I offer a no questions asked return policy. AUTHENTICITY: This is an authentic antique print, published at the date stated above. I do not offer reproductions. It is not a modern copy. The term 'original' when applied to a print means that it was printed at the first or original date of publication; it does not imply that the item is unique. RETURNS POLICY: I offer a no questions returns policy. All I ask is that you pay return shipping and mail back to me in original condition. POSTAGE / SHIPPING COSTS: I only charge postage for the first print ordered. There is no additional postage charge if you order more than one print. BACKGROUND INFORMATION: Oxford Castle is a large, partly ruined Norman medieval castle on the western side of central Oxford in Oxfordshire, England. Most of the original moated, wooden motte and bailey castle was replaced in stone in the 11th century and played an important role in the conflict of the Anarchy. In the 14th century the military value of the castle diminished and the site became used primarily for county administration and as a prison. Most of the castle was destroyed in the English Civil War and by the 18th century the remaining buildings had become Oxford's local prison. A new prison complex was built on the site from 1785 onwards and expanded in 1876; this became HM Prison Oxford. The prison closed in 1996 and was redeveloped as a hotel. The medieval remains of the castle, including the motte and St George's Tower and crypt, are Grade I listed buildings and a Scheduled Monument. Please explore my ebay shop for more antique prints. Track Page Views With Auctiva's FREE Counter
Price: 8.99 GBP
Location: Marlow
End Time: 2024-11-13T18:12:43.000Z
Shipping Cost: 6.81 GBP
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Item Specifics
Return postage will be paid by: Buyer
Returns Accepted: Returns Accepted
After receiving the item, your buyer should cancel the purchase within: 30 days
Unit of Sale: Single Piece
Image Orientation: Landscape
Size: Small
Material: Paper
Original/Licensed Reprint: Original
Framing: Unframed
Subject: Topographical
Type: Print
Year of Production: 1769
Theme: Topographical
Production Technique: Copper Engraving
Country/Region of Manufacture: United Kingdom
Time Period Produced: 1750-1799
