#93 • 1840 Original Thomas Allom Engraving: "Cotton Plantations at Ning-Po," Framed

Part of Classic Heirlooms to Mid-Century Marvels: Vintage & Antique Furniture and Decor Auction (1700's-1990's) (timed auction by Lux Auctions)

High bid $17.00

Status: Sold

Category: Art

Original framed antique, richly tinted steel engraving entitled "Cotton Plantations at Ning-Po". Marked "Engraved by A. Le Petit" (William Alexander Le Petit, 1804-1896) and "Drawn by T. Allom" (Thomas Allom, 1804-1872, who never actually visited China). Publisher Fisher, Son & Co., London and Paris indicated in center, with the title in German to the right and French to the left. A bit of light foxing present. Published in China Illustrated, 1845 and later featured on a Chinese banknote. Measures 14.25" W x 13" H x 1" D with a black carved wood frame, conservation glass, and cream matting with hand-drawn lines.