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Francis Wheatley (Aft.) Hand-Colored Engraving on Paper, Cries of London

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Francis Wheatley (Aft.) Hand-Colored Engraving on Paper, Cries of London
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A captivating and beautifully hand-colored original engraving from the renowned Cries of London series, this work, Plate 6, vividly captures a quintessential street scene of 18th-century urban life. Titled Knives, Scissors, and Razors to Grind, the composition portrays a knife grinder engaging with two elegant young women, one of whom hands him a pair of scissors. A third woman is seen walking away, suggesting the busy rhythm of the day. This plate is based on the original painting by Francis Wheatley, a celebrated English portrait and genre painter and member of the Royal Academy. Wheatley is best known for his Cries of London series, created between 1792 and 1797, which depicted various street vendors and tradespeople plying their goods and services throughout the bustling city. The engraver, Giovanni Vendramini, an accomplished Italian printmaker, interpreted Wheatley's scenes with remarkable delicacy and detail, bringing a lifelike charm to these social documents of Georgian life. Printed on laid paper, this engraving showcases delicate stippling and soft tones, highlighted by original hand-coloring that adds depth and warmth to the figures and architecture. The text below the image includes titles in both English and French, enhancing its appeal to international collectors.

Artist: After Francis Wheatley (British 1747-1801)
Issued: c. 1800
Dimensions: 16.25"L x 21.25"H
Country of Origin: England


Condition: Age related wear.