1900 Lithograph Art Pontefract Castle Wakefield West Yorkshire England UK SRP1

"Pomfret Castle"

This is an original 1900 two-color lithograph of Pontefract Castle in the city of Wakefield, West Yorkshire, England. According to legend and the play by William Shakespere, King Richard II was likely murdered inside the Gascogne Tower within the castle.

CONDITION

This 113+ year old Item is rated Very Fine ++. Light aging throughout. Small crease - right margin. Some light surface rub. Light water stain - top right corner.

• Product Type: Original Lithograph; Two-Color
• Grade: Very Fine ++
• Dimensions: Approximately 8.5 x 6 inches; 22 x 15 cm
• Authentication: Serial-Numbered Certificate of Authenticity w/ Full Provenance
• Protection: Packaged in a custom archival sleeve with an acid-free black board (great for display, gift-giving, and preservation)

Period Paper is proud to present a collection of antique lithographs of all things Shakespeare, including scene from his plays, playbills, famous Shakespearean actors and actresses, and historic landmarks associated with his plays. This rare collection of lithographs are from the Connoisseur Edition, No. 389, which was published for private circulation in 1900. To continue browsing this collection, simply click on the link provided beneath the condition paragraph.

Reproductive art by Sparrow.

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