1840s H.T. Ryall Engraving “Lord Chancellor Cottenham” Victorian Legal Portrait

Original 19th Century Steel Engraving

Engraved by H.T. Ryall - Historical Engraver to Queen Victoria

Title: "The Lord Chancellor Cottenham"

Subject: Charles Christopher Pepys, 1st Earl of Cottenham (1781-1851), Lord Chancellor of Great Britain.

Engraver: Henry Thomas Ryall (1811-1867), officially appointed Historical Engraver to Her Majesty Queen Victoria.

Medium: Fine steel-plate line engraving with exceptional detail and visible plate impression.

Era: Circa 1840-1855 (early Victorian period)

Frame: Presented in a period wood frame under glass with a traditional mat tone consistent with antique presentation.

This is an **authentic Victorian-era engraving**, not a modern reproduction. The plate bears the formal dedication script typical of high-grade parliamentary and royal portrait engravings issued by London print publishers for distinguished offices, law libraries, and collectors of government portraiture.

✔ Historical British legal portrait - excellent for display in a study, law office, library, or Victorian décor setting.

✔ Engraved by H.T. Ryall, recognized master engraver and Royal Court artist.

✔ Paper shows age toning and very light foxing, consistent with 170+ year-old paper. Frame shows light wear that adds to the antique character.

Perfect for collectors of:

• Victorian engravings and parliamentary portraiture

• British monarchy and legal history

• Antique law office décor / barrister chamber interiors

• Authentic 19th century fine art prints

This is a genuine mid-1800s steel engraving with original engraved text and dedication line. Ready to display as-is or suitable for conservation framing if desired.

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