63 - May 28 Mega Bid Event
Thu, May 28, 2026 12:00PM EDT
Lot 101
Thomas Allom (1804–1872) - Original Antique Engraving - Dartmouth
Estimate: $300 - $500
Starting Bid
$30
Bid Increments
| Price | Bid Increment |
|---|---|
| $0 | $5 |
| $50 | $10 |
| $150 | $25 |
| $500 | $50 |
| $1,000 | $100 |
| $2,000 | $250 |
| $4,000 | $500 |
| $15,000 | $1,000 |
| $50,000 | $2,500 |
| $100,000 | $5,000 |
This antique artwork by Thomas Allom (1804–1872) depicts the Butterwalk in Dartmouth, Devon, a famous row of 17th-century timber-framed houses.
Artistic Overview
- Subject: A detailed street-level view of the historic Butterwalk architecture, characterized by its distinctive overhanging upper stories and carved wooden pillars.
- Artist Profile: Allom was a prominent English architect and topographer known for his precision and narrative clarity. His background as an architect allowed him to capture structural details with exceptional accuracy.
- Original Publication: This scene was originally drawn for the publication Devonshire Illustrated in a Series of Views (c. 1829–1832), which featured steel engravings based on Allom's original works.
Visual Characteristics
- Style: The piece showcases a topographical style, blending fine-line drawing with washes to create depth and atmosphere.
- Composition: The drawing captures the bustling character of the 19th-century street, emphasizing the intricate Tudor-style woodwork of the merchant houses.
- Medium: While the screen shows a framed piece, these works were typically executed as pencil and watercolor or pen and wash drawings, which then served as the masters for steel-plate engravings.
- Dimensions: 10X12
Available payment options
Congratulations on your winning! As per policy, balances of $2500 or more will need to be paid via bank wire, Zelle, check or money order. See below for payment instructions: Zelle: Send payment to williamsonauction@gmail.com • Wire Transfer: Domestic: WIRE Bank of America Routing: 026009593 Account: 898161769476 Williamson Auction Gallery International: Swift Code:BOFAUS3N Swift Code: BOFAUS6S-NON US CURRENCY Bank of America Account: 898161769476 Bank Address: 222 Broadway, New York, Ny 10038 Check: Williamson Auction Gallery 3816 N 29th Ave Hollywood, FL 33020
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