Old China Graphic by Allom: Close of Attack on Shapoo

Old China Graphic: " Close of Attack on Shapoo, - the Suburbs on fire ". After a drawing by Thomas Allom.

Nice etching, engraved by H. Adlard, after a drawing by Thomas Allom.

A life boat is picking up Chinese men from a sunken ship. Sail boats, ships, the coast on fire. At the background hills with buildings.

Size: 10 x 8 inches is the complete sheet, 7,5 x 4,9 inches is the actual etching.

Some splits at the right side; broad margins, so not affecting the print.

Published by Fisher & Sons, London & Paris.