Windermere Lake, Cumbria, England - Aquatint Engravings by Jukes c.1796
A pair of framed hand-colored aquatint engravings published by Francis Jukes after William Burgess in 1796. The engravings depict scenes from Lake Windermere in Cumbria, England.
A View of Lake Windermere, taken from Bowness Ferry “to James Sutton Esquire of New Park…”.
A View of Lake Windermere, “to J. Curren Esqr. M.P. for Carlisle"
sight 18 by 22 inches
frame 23 5/8 by 27 1/2 inches
The engraving is in acceptable antique condition with toning throughout and a few spots of foxing. It is framed under antique glass with a gilt wood frame. The frame in true country house style shows some wear with chipping and losses at the corners.