Antique Framed Engraving on Leather of the Duke of Lancaster - 1841

Antique engraving that has been mounted to black leather and framed. The back of this engraving indicates an origin of London, 1841. The engraving depicts John of Gaunt, the Duke of Lancaster who was a nobleman known for briefly claiming the title of King of Castile & Leon after his marriage to Constance of Castile. Despite his efforts, John of Gaunt eventually renounced his claim to the Castile throne although his attempts resulted in a historical military campaign which has remained a significant part of his historical legacy. The unique mounting of this piece on leather adds a really great texture and character that you usually do not encounter in old engravings like this. Framed in a simple black contemporary frame. The only disclosure on this piece is a little bit of debris that can be seen under the glass.

The bottom of the engraving indicates:
“Painted by G. Vertue from an ancient glass window; in the library of All Souls Coll. Oxon. And Engraved by S. Freeman”

Measurements (approximate): 10.75” H x 8.5” W x 0.6” depth

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