Peterhouse - The Private Garden. Rudolph Ackermann was a German émigré who moved to London in 1795 and set up a print shop in the Strand. He subsequently moved into publishing, employing some of the most gifted artists and engravers of his day to produce a variety of works of high quality. His History of Cambridge University, published in 1815 was such a work - an expensive luxury item in 2 volumes containing up to 96 plates. These are today much sought after by Cambridge alumni, especially the 26 aquatint prints of college exteriors. This example, in original hand colour, shows part of Peterhouse from the private garden. It is supplied ready mounted.
Jesus College from the Close. Rudolph Ackermann was a German émigré who moved to London in 1795 and set up a print shop in the Strand. He subsequently moved into publishing, employing some of the most gifted artists and engravers of his day to produce a variety of works of high quality. His History of Cambridge University, published in 1815 was such a work - an expensive luxury item in 2 volumes containing up to 96 plates. These are today much sought after by Cambridge alumni, especially the 26 aquatint prints of college exteriors. This example, in original hand colour, shows part of Jesus College viewed from the vicinity of modern Victoria Road. It is supplied ready mounted. A few light brown spots.