$300
Engraved by William Skelton (English, 1763-1848) after the painting by James Northcote (English, 1746-1831), "King Richard the Third, Act IV, Scene III, Tower of London", engraving, published London 1795. Engraving depicts a scene from the Shakespearean play in which the two young princes, having been murdered in their sleep, are lowered down the staircase by Tyrell and an armored knight. Framed approximately 33.25" x 26.75", sight size approximately 23" x 16.5".
Auctioneer:
Ahlers & Ogletree Auction Gallery
Date:
2015-02-08