The Royal Caledonian Asylum, Copenhagen Fields, London: the facade. Coloured engraving by T. Barber after T. H. Shepherd, 1828.

  • Shepherd, Thomas H. (Thomas Hosmer)
Date:
22 November 1828
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25572i
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This asylum was built specifically for the orphans of Scottish people living in London. It was demolished c. 1903

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London : Jones & Co., Temple of the Muses, Finsbury Square, London, 22 November 1828.

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1 print : engraving, with watercolour ; image 8.8 x 14.4 cm

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The New Caledonian Asylum. ; To the fancy-gifted Sir Walter Scott, Bart., this plate is respectfully inscribed. ; Drawn by Tho. H. Shepherd. ; Engraved by T. Barber.

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B. Adams, London illustrated, London, 1983, number 154/120 [p. 379]

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Wellcome Collection 25572i

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