MOOR GUIDE, STAINMOOR, COSTUME OF YORKSHIRE, Walker original antique print 1814. This item is unavailable.MOOR GUIDE, STAINMOOR, COSTUME OF YORKSHIRE, Walker original antique print 1814

MOOR GUIDEEngraved by R&D Havell after George Walkerfor "The Costume of Yorkshire" by George WalkerPublished by Robinson and Son, Leeds 1814A fine original aquatint of a moor guide on the Yorkshire moors. Dated in the plate (1813)From a first edition of Walker's "The Costume of Yorkshire" accompanied by the interesting related text in English and French, which identifies the building in the background as the Old Spital Inn on Stainmoor. The guides were usually employed by visiting grouse shooters. A fascinating record of Yorkshire life in Regency England first issued as a part work in 1813 to 1814 and published as a complete book in 1814.A most attractive print, ideal for framing and display. Fine condition other than a few isolated spots in the upper border, free of repairs or restoration. The superb original colours remain bright and fresh. Approx. 12" x 8" (300mm x 200mm) image area only.Approx. 14" x 10.5" (360mm x 260mm) overall sheet size.Printed on heavy grade wove paper, blank verso, not folded. A GENUINE ANTIQUE PRINT GUARANTEED OVER 200 YEARS OLD FROM LINDISFARNE PRINTSNDPC917.…