c. 1880 Cambridge Architectural Etching by Henri Toussaint

A finely detailed late 19th-century architectural etching by H. Toussaint, dated 1880. The composition captures a historic European structure rendered with confident line work and atmospheric depth, characteristic of Toussaint’s architectural subjects.

The artist’s name, “H. Toussaint,” appears etched directly into the plate, as was standard practice for the period. H. Toussaint was a late 19th-century European etcher active during the Victorian period, known for finely detailed architectural and landscape subjects. Like many working printmakers of the era, his name appears etched directly into the plate, reflecting standard authorship practices of the time. His surviving works are valued today for their craftsmanship, atmospheric detail, and strong decorative presence.

Professionally framed with a warm mat that complements the age and character of the paper. A strong standalone piece or a refined addition to a collected wall of antique works on paper.

Origin: England, dated 1880.
Dimensions: Approx. 11.5" x 14".
Condition: Age-appropriate toning and light spotting consistent with an antique work on paper; plate signature visible within the image.