Pair Antique 19th Century Oxford College Steel Engravings | St Peter’s College | Original Frames

A distinguished pair of antique 19th century steel engravings depicting Oxford’s St Peter’s College — one showing the chapel facade and the other showing Cloistern Court. Both are presented in their original ebonised frames with gilt detail and multi-layered mounts, and were published in London in the mid-19th century. Steel engravings of this quality and subject matter were produced for scholarly publications and represent fine examples of Victorian architectural printmaking. Both pieces display the characteristic tonal richness and fine line detail of the steel engraving process. Oxford college engravings are perennially sought after by collectors, academics, and anyone with a connection to the university.

Details:

Medium: Steel engraving

Subject: St Peter’s College Oxford (x2) 

Frame: Original ebonised with gilt 

Published: London, 19th century 

Age: c.1830–1870 

Condition: Age-toned mounts, frames show wear, engravings intact