Singapore.
London. (Circa Late 1840s). Stock ID #217845 Fine engraving showing Singapore river bustling with three-rigged ships, junks and smaller vessels. In the foreground a platoon of British soldiers is shown marching down from what is now Fort Canning watched in the foreground by a trio of local Chinese. The Court House with its twin turrets can be seen in the middle ground (lower right). When referring to this item please quote stockid 217845.
Steel engraving 10.7 x 16.3cms; 17.4 x 25.3cms (including caption), marginal toning and a couple of spots (not affecting the image), a fine dark impression in very good condition. Preserved in a modern window mount.
Price: $225.00 AU