On offer: an original (i.e. not a later reproduction) antique print "The Royal Exchange.", London.
DATE PRINTED: 1796, dated on the print.
SIZE: The printed area including titles is approx. 12.5 x 12.5 cm, 5 x 5 inches (small), circular, trimmed to the plate edge.
ARTIST/CARTOGRAPHER/ENGRAVER: Published and engraved by Charles Taylor.
PROVENANCE: Published by Charles Taylor (1756 - 1823), Holborn, London, 1 Feb, 1795 in "The temple of taste : comprising, elegant historical engravings: also, views of the principal buildings in London: also, a select variety of elegant and amusing subjects. With the histories, and other connected information, at large / By the best artists: designers, and engravers. - London: 1794-1796."
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. Trimmed to edge of plate.
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 Royal Exchange in London was founded in the 16th century by the merchant Thomas Gresham on the suggestion of his factor Richard Clough to act as a centre of commerce for the City of London. The site was provided by the City of London Corporation and the Worshipful Company of Mercers, who still jointly own the freehold. It is trapezoidal in shape and is flanked by Cornhill and Threadneedle Street, which converge at Bank junction in the heart of the City. The building's original design was inspired by a bourse Gresham had seen in Antwerp and was Britain's first specialist commercial building. It has twice been destroyed by fire and subsequently rebuilt. The present building was designed by William Tite in the 1840s after the building shown in this view was destroyed by fire in 1838.
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