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Original Early 19th Century 1805 Antique Portrait Engraving Jonathan Battishill Organist Composer St Pauls Cathedral
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Original Early 19th Century 1805 Antique Portrait Engraving Jonathan Battishill Organist Composer St Pauls Cathedral

19th century
Sold 2 December 2025 · Strickland & Russell
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Description

Type of artwork:

Original 1805 Portrait Engraving – Mr Jonathan Battishill

Surface:

Fine laid paper, uncoloured engraving

Artist and Signature:

Drawn by Drummond

Engraved by J. Chapman

Published Jan 1st, 1805 by I. Page, 19 Warwick Square, London

Subject:

Jonathan Battishill (1738–1801), distinguished English composer, organist, and singer, best known for his church music and oratorios. He served as organist of Christ Church, Newgate Street, St. Clement’s Eastcheap, and formerly of St. Paul’s Cathedral.

This finely executed copper engraving was issued shortly after his death and remains a superb period likeness of one of Georgian England’s most respected musicians.

Approximate age of artwork:

Dated 1805

Is the artwork framed or mounted:

Professionally framed by York Rose Framing, York – acid-free museum mountboard and conservation-grade barrier backing (full specification attached verso).

Condition Report:

Very good antique condition. The print itself remains crisp and clean with minor, expected age toning. Frame and mount in excellent presentation condition with full museum-grade backing.

Size (including frame):

Approx. 34 × 27 cm (13½ × 10½ in)

Physical Dimensions
Height
40cm (15.75")
Width
32cm (12.60")
Depth
1cm (0.39")
Declaration

Strickland & Russell has dated this Antique Portrait Engraving to the 1800s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1178856
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Description
Type of artwork:

Original 1805 Portrait Engraving – Mr Jonathan Battishill

Surface:

Fine laid paper, uncoloured engraving

Artist and Signature:

Drawn by Drummond

Engraved by J. Chapman

Published Jan 1st, 1805 by I. Page, 19 Warwick Square, London

fig 1. An antique black and white portrait engraving of a male figure, mounted within a dark frame with gilded trim.
fig 1. Original Early 19th Century 1805 Antique Portrait Engraving Jonathan Battishill Organist Composer St Pauls Cathedral

Subject:

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Jonathan Battishill (1738–1801), distinguished English composer, organist, and singer, best known for his church music and oratorios.
Strickland & Russell

He served as organist of Christ Church, Newgate Street, St. Clement’s Eastcheap, and formerly of St. Paul’s Cathedral.

fig 2. An antique black and white portrait engraving of a male figure, mounted within a dark frame with gilded trim.
fig 2. Original Early 19th Century 1805 Antique Portrait Engraving Jonathan Battishill Organist Composer St Pauls Cathedral

This finely executed copper engraving was issued shortly after his death and remains a superb period likeness of one of Georgian England’s most respected musicians.

Approximate age of artwork:

Dated 1805

fig 3. An antique black and white portrait engraving of a male figure, mounted within a dark frame with gilded trim.
fig 3. Original Early 19th Century 1805 Antique Portrait Engraving Jonathan Battishill Organist Composer St Pauls Cathedral

Is the artwork framed or mounted:

Professionally framed by York Rose Framing, York – acid-free museum mountboard and conservation-grade barrier backing (full specification attached verso).

Condition Report:

fig 4. An antique black and white portrait engraving of a male figure, mounted within a dark frame with gilded trim.
fig 4. Original Early 19th Century 1805 Antique Portrait Engraving Jonathan Battishill Organist Composer St Pauls Cathedral

Very good antique condition. The print itself remains crisp and clean with minor, expected age toning. Frame and mount in excellent presentation condition with full museum-grade backing.

Size (including frame):

Approx. 34 × 27 cm (13½ × 10½ in)

Height
40cm (15.75")
Width
32cm (12.60")
Depth
1cm (0.39")
Date of Manufacture

Strickland & Russell has dated this Antique Portrait Engraving to the 1800s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1178856
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An antique black and white portrait engraving of a male figure, mounted within a dark frame with gilded trim.
Original Early 19th Century 1805 Antique Portrait Engraving Jonathan Battishill Organist Composer St Pauls Cathedral
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  • ObjectFramed Prints
  • Period19th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialPaper, Wood, Glass
  • ColourBlack and White
  • MotifsIntaglio print, Script lettering, Stipple dots
  • SizeH 40 cm (16 in) x W 32 cm (13 in) x D 1 cm (0 in)

Early 19th-century portrait engravings typically feature fine line work, stipple engraving techniques, and realistic depictions of notable figures from the Georgian era.

Authentic pieces utilize laid or wove paper, copperplate or steel engraving inks, and are commonly housed in period wooden frames with glass protection.

Authenticity is determined by examining the paper texture for watermarks and chain lines, inspecting the ink impression under magnification for plate marks, and checking for period-appropriate typography.

These pieces can be incorporated into a gallery wall arrangement or displayed singly on a narrow wall space to add historical depth and academic character to a room.

Preservation requires framing with acid-free materials, mounting away from direct sunlight to prevent fading, and maintaining stable indoor humidity levels to protect the paper.
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