Representation Of The Ceremony Of Presenting The Sheriffs Of London..

1813. Framed Dimensions 22 X 25.5 Inches. Framed Dimensions 22 X 25.5 Inches. Presenting the Sheriffs of London Whichelo, John [1784-1865], After. Stow, [James] [c.1770-c.1823], Engraver. Representation Of The Ceremony Of Presenting The Sheriffs Of London Samuel Birch, & William Heygate, Esqrs. in the Court of Exchequer, On the Morrow After Michaelmas Day 1811. London: Robert Wilkinson, 1 January 1813. Attractively glazed and matted 16-1/4" x 12-1/2" (41.25 x 31.75 cm) colored copperplate in handsome 25-1/2" x 22" (64.75 x 56 cm) wooden frame. Light rubbing to frame, light toning to margins, faint vertical crease through center of image, small tear to the upper right corner just touches the image boundary; otherwise, a clean impression with exceptionally vivid colors. Very good condition. $750. * This striking print is plate 110 from Robert Wilkinson's celebrated topographical series, Londina Illustrata. It illustrates the historic annual ceremony wherein the newly elected Sheriffs of London were presented to the Barons of the Exchequer to formally receive the approval of the Crown. Adams, London Illustrated 1604-1850: A Survey and Index of Topographical Books and Their Plates 131.110.