Jerusalem 2

DESCRIPTION: This steel engraving is titled Jerusalem [from the South], drawn by the Scottish painter David Roberts, R.A., and engraved by J. Cousen for The Talisman in the Abbotsford Edition of Sir Walter Scott’s Waverley Novels (published around 1849). A distant view looking toward Jerusalem from a southern vantage point (such as the Hill of Evil Counsel), showing the topography of the valleys and historic architecture. Produced in the mid-19th century (c. 1849) as a book illustration for the Abbotsford Edition of Sir Walter Scott's works. STYLE: Engraving COLOUR: Monochrome SIZE (cm; mount board typically a few mm larger): 13 x 18 CREATORS: J Cousen after D Roberts RA PUBLICATION: The Talisman PUBLISHER: Edinburgh: R Cadell DATE: c1840s COMMENTS: Excellent condition, bright image, some patina of antiquity on surround SUBJECT: Scott;Places PACKAGE: Single one-sided sheet in acid-free mount, flat & unfolded inside hard-backed envelope. Royal Mail Tracked 24 included. Note: Images are provided for illustration purposes only and are intended to show the complete printed product, including any imperfections of age that may be present. Frames or props shown in the images are for display purposes only and are not included with your purchase.