| Method | Copper engraving |
| Artist | William Henry Toms |
| Published | London: Samuel Richard, 1739. |
| Dimensions | Image 192 x 380 mm, Pl. 210 x 390 mm, Sheet 242 x 404 mm |
| Notes |
A perspective view of Bridewell showing both courtyards from William Maitland's The History of London from its foundation by the Romans to the present time. Bridewell was a palace built for King Henry VIII and then given by his son King Edward VI the Corporation of the City of London as an orphanage and house of correction for women. It stood on the banks of the Thames where the Fleet River joined it. William Henry Toms (c. 1700-1750) was a British printmaker. He was a student of John Boydell (1719-1804) and he engraved plates for West's 'Perspective Views of All the Ancient Churches' in London and Badeslade's 'Chorographia Britanniæ' Condition: An excellent impression. Light overall time toning of paper and some light offsetting. |
| Framing | unmounted |
| Price | £50.00 |
| Stock ID | 48540 |