1840 Antique Print; Lunatic Asylum Glasgow, Scotland after Swan

Description: On offer: an original (i.e. not a later reproduction) antique print "Lunatic Asylum from Bells Park.", Glasgow, Scotland. DATE PRINTED: 1840. This publication is undated. Most libraries attribute a date of 1840 however some offer a slightly earlier date. SIZE: The printed area including titles of the view is approximately 14 x 11.5 cm (5.5 x 4.5 inches) with a blank back (small). ARTIST/CARTOGRAPHER/ENGRAVER: Drawn and engraved by Joseph Swan. Joseph Swan (1796–1872) was an engraver and publisher active in Glasgow in the early nineteenth century.PROVENANCE: A plate published in "Strath - Clutha or the Beauties of Clyde, Delineated in a Series of Views of the Principal Towns & Villages ." by John Leigthon. Published by Glasgow, Joseph Swan, c.1840TYPE: Antique 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 maps and prints are 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. The India paper is somewhat ruffled.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: The Glasgow Lunatic Asylum was designed by William Stark (1770-1813) and completed in 1814. In 1824 it was granted a royal charter and became the Glasgow Royal Lunatic Asylum. In 1843 the asylum moved to new buildings at Gartnavel to the west of the city. The old buildings were converted to accomodate the City Poorhouse and were demolished in 1910. Please explore my ebay shop for more antique prints. Track Page Views With Auctiva's FREE Counter

Price: 7.99 GBP

Location: Marlow

End Time: 2024-08-29T08:52:35.000Z

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