- TitleWicker-work scaffold on the steeple of the Church of St Mary Islington, erected by Thomas Birch, April 14th 1787 [image]
- AuthorMatthew Skinner
- Year of publication1788
- Dimensions25 x 38 cm
- MaterialEngraving
- Notes1788 print identical to 510131 but mounted with hand written title plus 'The following View of this very ingenious structure is of extraordinary rarity, and has been sold for £1 5s (?)... Mr Domc Colnaghi of Pall Mall was once Five Years in procuring an impression of it for an order.' Also mounted with hand-written transcript of passage from 'Morning Post' June 13th 1787 encouraging 'the curious' to view 'the ingenious basket-work' at certain hours. Stained.
Abstract
'The South view of Islington Church & Steeple with the Scaffolding & Wicker-work' while the Church, Tower & Spire were under a thorough Reparation. Extensive printed caption.
- KeywordsCHURCH OF ENGLAND CHURCHES, CHURCH BUILDINGS, BUILDING TRADE, PEDESTRIANS
- Geographical keywordUPPER STREET
- Persons keywordIslington St Mary Parish Church
| Copy number | Shelfmark | Loan category | Site | Loan status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 510130 | J852 ST MARY PARISH CHURCH, Islington | Reference (not for loan) | ILHC | available |
