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The Founder and Benefactors of Trinity College, Oxford, 18th Century engraving

c. 1700

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To see our other views of Oxford and Cambridge , particularly suitable for wedding and graduation presents, scroll down to "More from this Seller" and below it click on "See all from this Seller" - or send us a message if you cannot find the view you want. Artist unknown The Founder and Benefactors of Trinity College Early 18th century Hand coloured engraving 36.5 x 47.5 cm Rare - we have been unable to identify another copy of this print. This beautifully tinted engraving was originally produced for the 1732 Oxford University Almanack. The founder of Trinity College, Sir Thomas Pope, is pictured holding an image based on John Bereblock’s  1566 engraving; it depicts the quadrangle known today as Durham Quad. Also pictured are Ralph Bathurst (President of Trinity 1664-1704), the archbishop of Canterbury, Gilbert Sheldon; the bishop of Worcester, Robert Skinner, and the bishop of Chester, Nicholas Stratford. Perhaps what is most notable about this engraving is, however, the background of the college landscape. By 1732 Trinity was well underway in developing a highly elaborate garden, with geometric paths, an avenue of limes, yew hedges trimmed to resemble panelling, and so on. None of this is represented here and the quadrangle is instead exponentially extended. Although these plans ultimately never came to fruition, ideas of a vast expansion persisted throughout the reign of George II and the plans were replicated in the Almanack for 1756. Complete with vibrant colours and sharp lines, this rare engraving offers a unique historical insight into the transformation of and ambitions for Trinity College, Oxford.
  • Creation Year:
    c. 1700
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 14.38 in (36.5 cm)Width: 18.71 in (47.5 cm)
  • Medium:
  • Period:
  • Condition:
    Generally good with some spotting and slight overall toning. Trimmed to just within platemark at top and bottom.
  • Gallery Location:
    London, GB
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU79538691762

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