Printing plate
Edward Scriven (Alcester 1775 – London 1841)
Category
Metalwork
Date
Unknown
Materials
Copper
Measurements
385 mm (H); 270 mm (W)
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Erddig, Wrexham
NT 1148772
Summary
Printing plate. A copper engraving plate depicting portrait of Philip Yorke I (after Gainsborough) inscribed 'PHILIP YORKE ESQ OF ERTHIG'. The engravers information 'E.SCRIVENS' on verso 'I SHAFE 24 LITTLE MOORFIELDS LONDON'.
Provenance
Given by Philip Yorke III (1905-1978) along with the estate, house and contents to the National Trust in 1973.
Marks and inscriptions
Verso: 'I SHAFE 24 LITTLE MOORFIELDS LONDON'
Makers and roles
Edward Scriven (Alcester 1775 – London 1841), engraver