BISHOP BLAIZE
Engraved by R.Havell after George Walker
for "The Costume of Yorkshire" by George Walker
Published by Robinson and Son, Leeds 1814
A fine original aquatint of the traditional Bishop Blaize Procession in Yorkshire.
Walker describes the procession held by the wool combers each year on February 3rd.
Bishop Blaize or Blasius (of Armenia) reputedly invented the art of combing wool in preparation for spinning.
Dated in the plate.
From a first edition of Walker's "The Costume of Yorkshire" accompanied by the interesting related text in English and French.
A fascinating record of Yorkshire life in Regency England first issued as a part work in 1813 to 1814 and published as a complete book in 1814.
An attractive print, ideal for framing and display.
Fine clean condition, free of repairs or restoration. The superb original colours remain bright and fresh.
Approx. 12" x 8" (300mm x 200mm) image area only.
Approx. 14.5" x 10.5" (370mm x 260mm) overall.
Printed on heavy grade paper, blank verso, not folded.
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A GENUINE ANTIQUE PRINT GUARANTEED OVER 200 YEARS OLD FROM LINDISFARNE PRINTS
NDPD1017
Product code: BISHOP BLAIZE PROCESSION, Costume of Yorkshire, Walker deals antique print 1814