138390 - CH Smith - Roger Walden Bishop of London 1814.

CH Smith - Roger Walden Bishop of London 1814. This hand-coloured aquatint is from Selections of the Ancient Costume of Great Britain and Ireland From the Seventh to the Sixteenth Century by Charles Hamilton Smith. Published in London by William Bulmer, 1814. First Edition. Charles Smith Hamilton (1776-1859) was a soldier, naturalist and amateur artist who wrote several works of his own and contributed to many more including sections of The Naturalists Library. The costumes illustrated are often shown being worn by famous royals and heroes, each with letterpress descriptions of the person and dress. Also illustrated are ships and battle scenes. Size: 14in x 10in (36cm x 25.5cm) Excellent condition - please review the images carefully