Percy Thomas, British, 1846-1922

The Round Church / The Temple, London, 1897

2 etchings

Black and white sketches of historic architecture, showcasing detailed facades and interior arches.
A black and white print depicting two people walking in a garden or courtyard, with an ornate fountain or monument in the background and trees framing the scene.
An old engraving of a museum or gallery interior with sculptures and artwork displayed on the walls and pedestals, and two women walking in the foreground.
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A close-up of a sketch of a building or structure with detailed crosshatching, along with a handwritten signature at the bottom.
Close-up image of a vintage drawing of a building with wooden structure, signed by Elizabeth Tovey.
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A sheet of grey paper with slightly torn edges placed on a white surface.
A black and white drawing of the interior of a Gothic cathedral with tall columns, arched windows, and detailed architectural elements.
An intricately detailed sketch of the interior of a Gothic cathedral, with high vaulted ceilings, tall columns with ornate capitals, and a group of people viewing religious artifacts and stained glass windows.
Sketch of the interior of a gothic cathedral with high pointed arches, columns, and stained glass windows.
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Percy Thomas, British (1846-1922), The Round Church / The Temple, London, 2 etchings
Close-up of a black and white architectural illustration of an interior with high vaulted ceilings and arches, possibly a cathedral or historic building.
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Description
A pair of etchings by British artist Percy Thomas (1846–1922), a British painter and etcher who worked primarily in London. He studied at the Royal Academy Schools, became James McNeill Whistler’s first pupil, and exhibited at the Royal Academy from 1867. Elected to the Royal Society of Painter-Printmakers in 1881, Thomas became known for finely observed architectural views, landscapes, and portraits, rendered with careful line, tonal subtlety, and a strong sense of place.

These two works depict The Round Church and The Temple, London. They are pencil signed and mounted to older backing paper, with finely worked architectural detail, strong tonal contrast, and a quiet historic atmosphere.

Together, the pair evokes the layered character of old London: stone interiors, ecclesiastical architecture, shadowed passages, and the visual texture of places shaped over centuries. Their modest scale makes them especially suitable for a study, hallway, library wall, or collected interior where architectural subjects and works on paper can bring depth, history, and a sense of place.

Inscription at the bottom of Round Church reads: Published at 47 Queen’s Road and 8 Claire Street, Percy Thomas 1897 (or 1877)

Inscription at the bottom of The Temple reads: Dec. 1897, The Temple Church, Percy Thomas 1897

Unframed

8 1/2"H x 6"W (Plate), 11"H x 8"W (Sheet)

Condition
Antique condition with visible toning, mounting, handling wear, and edge irregularities. Please review all images carefully, as they form part of the condition description.

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Price: $200
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