BERKLEY CASTLE
The Seat of The Earle of Berkley
Drawn & engraved by Johannes Kip
Published 1712 in the first edition of "The Ancient and Present State of Glocestershire" by Sir Robert Atkyns.
An original early 18th century copper engraved antique print of Berkeley Castle, Berkeley, Cotswolds, Gloucestershire, England by Johannes Kip.
The castle remains in the ownership of the Berkeley family to the present day and is open to the public.
The leading image shows the print to the platemark, as it would appear when mounted/matted ready for framing. See also close-up and overall views.
Kip's famous series of sweeping bird's eye views of fine stately homes are widely collected for their aesthetic qualities as well as being valuable historic records.
The accurate portrayal of the formal gardens and grounds are of particular interest.
A crisp dark impression from the scarce first edition of Atkyns' Gloucestershire on robust hand laid paper, blank verso.
Some staining to the sky area as seen which is amply reflected in the very low price, centre fold as issued.
Approx. 18" x 16" (450mm x 400mm) overall.
A GENUINE ANTIQUE PRINT GUARANTEED OVER 300 YEARS OLD FROM LINDISFARNE PRINTS
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