Antique St Bart's Hospital Engraving, English, Framed, Architectural, Georgian

This is an antique hospital engraving. An English, framed lithograph of medical interest, dating to the Georgian period and later, circa 1755. A fine architectural and historical study of one of London’s most celebrated medical institutions Charming period engraving depicting St Bartholomew’s Hospital, London Set within a later, tasteful frame with a gilt finish Presented behind clear, bright protective glass Displays a desirable aged patina and in good order throughout Scene originally drawn and engraved circa 1755 on behalf of John Tuff Esquire A controversial figure, as the Treasurer he absconded with £4000 of the hospital's money This syphoning of funds saw the featured East Wing development to be abandoned Strong architectural detail with excellent clarity to the hospital frontage Hand-coloured and further accentuated with heraldic interest Dressed to the rear with hanging wire for ease of wall mounting Ideal for collectors of medical history or those with personal or professional links to St Bartholomew’s Hospital A fascinating Georgian-era engraving, offering historic London hospital interest, well suited to a study, library or professional interior. Delivered ready to display. Dimensions: Max Width: 38cm (15'') Max Depth: 1cm (.5'') Max Height: 50cm (19.75'') Map Width: 24.5cm (9.75'') Map Depth: cm ('') Map Height: 36.5cm (14.25'') We offer a 100% satisfaction guarantee with all of our antiques. We ship worldwide with professional packing and attractive rates – please send us your post / zip code and country for a quote. Free delivery to most of the U.K. – Please send us your post code for confirmation. Deliveries taking on average ten working days to arrive at your door from receipt of payment. Please contact us if you require any further information - we are here to help.