Original
1856 antique engraved illustration of the Soldiers' Reading Room at St.
Mary's Barracks, Chatham, printed more than
160
years ago.
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The image area measures 6" x 9¼", and the view shows a large group of
British infantrymen
conversing, seated at a long table reading, or standing in front of a bookcase.
- The engraving is on a full page from the March 8, 1856
edition of The
Illustrated London News, which includes an article on the
barracks and its history.
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When this engraving was printed St. Mary's was being used as an 'Invalid Barracks',
accommodating soldiers having to return from service in different parts
of the British Empire because of illness, injury or age.
- More formally known as St Mary's Casemated Barracks, the
facility had been
built within the defensive earthworks to the north of Chatham during
the Peninsular War and initially held French prisoners of
war. The barracks were demolished in the 1960s and the land used for
housing.
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Condition: This engraving is in very good
condition,
bright and
clean, with no
marks, rips, or tears. Please see the scans, which include a view of
the full 16" x 11" page, and feel free to ask any questions.
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It is an original, authentic antique 1856 engraving, not
a reproduction or modern reprint, and it is fully guaranteed to be
genuine.
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It would look wonderful matted and framed, and it would make
an impressive display in your den or office. It would also make a
perfect gift, and we'll include our helpful framing tips for your
reference.
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shipping on
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