Laurence Hyde Earl of Rochester 1741 Houbraken decorative fine engraved portrait California Southern Night Sky

Southern Night Sky

Any defects may hopefully be clearly seen in the scanned image

With light (non-offensive) offsetting in the blank background

compartments gilt ruled in outline

Large booklet: item is physically old and shows various signs of handling and time

Laurence Hyde Earl of Rochester 1741 Houbraken decorative fine engraved portrait California Southern Night SkyLaurence Hyde, Earl of Rochester. (Graphic Arts, Illustration, Portraits, British History, British Nobility, Famous Britons, Laurence Hyde, Earl of Rochester). Issued 1741, London by Knapton. Engraved Amsterdam by Houbraken. Lovely mid 18th century copper engraved folio sheet portrait of this famous British historical figure. Beautiful decorative border greatly enhances the visual appeal. Nice looking example, pleasing age patina, light dustiness, any