Last Hours of Queen Elizabeth I

DESCRIPTION: The image is an engraving titled "Last Hours of Queen Elizabeth," based on an original design by the British painter and illustrator Robert Smirke (1753–1845), prominent English Royal Academy artist celebrated for his historical and literary illustrations. The composition dramatically portrays the Virgin Queen’s final moments in 1603 at Richmond Palace, surrounded by her grieving courtiers and advisors as she gestures on her deathbed. The print features engraving work by A.H. Payne (Albert Henry Payne) and was historically distributed as a book illustration for 19th-century publications documenting the history of England. STYLE: Engraving COLOUR: Monochrome SIZE (cm): 14.5 x 22.5 CREATORS: A H Payne after Robt Smirke PUBLICATION: The National and Domestic History of England PUBLISHER: London: J Hagger DATE: C19 COMMENTS: Excellent condition with some patina from its antiquity SUBJECT: People;Royals 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.