(London Bridge) {Vües d'Optique} Le Fauxbourge St. Octave, sur la Tamise. [ca. 1870's].

(London Bridge)  {Vües d'Optique} Le Fauxbourge St. Octave, sur la Tamise.  N.d., (ca. 1870's).  Copper engraving, hand colored.  Image measuring 9 1/2 " x 17" - with its margins measuring 11" x 18".  A Paris chez J[acques]. Chereau [engraver].  Title is mirrored at top portion of engraving. The scene gives the viewer a strong perspective of the River Thames, with emphasis on the tide and rolling waves.  To be viewed on a Zograscope, a popular parlor amusement in the late 19th century.  Mounted on heavy board.  Handled often and therefore shows wear and darkening around edges, but colors bright, generally Good to VG.