Cassiobury

A large double page antique print illustrating Cassiobury in Hertfordshire. From the Illustrated London News. Drawn and signed G. Montbard. Titled 'English Homes No. VII'. Dated October 23rd 1886. Excellent condition with centre fold as issued. A large, impressive and understated rare series from The Illustrated London News by George Montbard. Size approx 58x40cm.

In 1922 the contents of Cassiobury were sold and the house was also offered for sale but did not sell. Four seperate libraries and a collection of fine works of art by Turner, Landseer and Lely were auctioned and sadly in 1927 the house was demolished.

 

Publish Date: 23rd October 1886

County: Hertfordshire

Illustrator: Illustrated London News

£95