19th c. Steel Engraving of Lichfield Cathedral, North East View (Winkles’ Cathedrals)

A 19th-century steel engraving depicting Lichfield Cathedral from the north east, created for Winkles’s Cathedrals of England and Wales. This perspective highlights the length of the nave and the rhythm of Gothic windows and buttresses, offering a more architectural study of the cathedral’s structure.

The composition is softened by atmospheric sky work and subtle figural detail, including a lone figure in period dress that adds scale and quiet narrative to the scene. The engraving’s fine linework and tonal depth reflect the precision associated with steel plate engraving of the early Victorian period.

Presented in a black and gilt frame that enhances the tonal contrast and period character of the piece. A refined architectural study that pairs seamlessly with other views from the same series.

Origin: England, circa 1836–1842 (Winkles’s Cathedrals of England and Wales).
Material: Steel engraving on paper.
Dimensions: Approx. 8.5" W × 6.5" H.
Condition: Toning, foxing, and light wear consistent with age. Presented in a later frame with minor surface wear.