CHARMING PEN & INK SKETCH OF THE PAUL PINDAR TAVERN BISHOPSGATE, LONDON c1825

Description: CHARMING PEN & INK SKETCH OF PAUL PINDAR TAVERN 169 BISHOPSGATE, LONDON EC2 This is a super, highly detailed pen and ink image of the famous "Paul Pindar Tavern" which was once located at 169 Bishopsgate London EC2 The Paul Pindar Tavern was situated on the west side of Bishopsgate Street, further north than the old palace of King Richard III, and was originally the residence of Sir Paul Pindar, a wealthy City merchant trading to the Levant. In the reign of James I, Sir Paul went to Turkey as Ambassador, to represent that most sagacious monarch. His mission was a successful one, and helped materially to extend and facilitate the trade between England and the dominions of the Sublime Porte. It is said that when he returned from the East he brought with him a magnificent diamond, valued at £30,000, which King Jamie coveted greatly, and wanted to buy, but was unable to pay for it in cash. The Turkey merchant declined to part with his property on credit, and so no deal came off. Sir Paul, however, being an obliging man, and willing to meet his Majesty half-way, used to lend him the precious jewel on hire, when he wanted to make a greater display than usual at the reception of some foreign ambassador or any- other festivity. King Charles I, after his father's death, was also in the habit of hiring the great Pindar diamond when he too wished to appear en grande tenue on great occasions. What became of the sparkling gem, how or to whom it was disposed of eventually, history is silent. This became a tavern in the early 17th century in the former house of Sir Paul Pindar. This building survived until its demolition in November 1890; to make way for the expansion of Liverpool Street railway station. The tavern to the very last retained the name of its famous owner, Sir Paul Pindar, and when " broken up "' must have contained some rare and fine specimens of carvings and other workmanship of the early part of the seventeenth century. The skeletal, timber remains of the pub’s frontage were acquired by the Victoria & Albert Museum and can be seen in the Medieval & Renaissance Galleries. Please see the attached photos which are an integral part of this description. All items are described to the best of my knowledge, however I usually don't state the obvious as this can be seen from the numerous photos provided. As can be seen from the attached photos, the picture is in excellent all round condition and is suitably framed. Items are offered at prices which reflect a number of factors including their current condition. Please appreciate that all items are antique/vintage/used and therefore are likely to show varying degrees of age-related wear and tear. If you are looking to purchase an item in guaranteed 100% pristine condition, may I suggest you consider purchasing a new item. If you need any additional information please contact me before proceeding with a purchase or bid. APPROXIMATE DIMENSIONS: Overall: 31.5 cm x 24.0 cm Image: 20.0 cm x 16.0 cm This item can be shipped worldwide, subject to the schedule of excluded countries noted in the listing. Please provide confirmation of your address along with an email address and telephone number as these may also be required by the carrier. If the item is to be shipped out of the UK including to the Channel Islands, Isle of Man and N. Ireland, please get in touch (ideally prior to bidding or purchasing a 'buy it now' item) in order to agree a final shipping quote as THE CHARGE SHOWN IN THE LISTING IS AN ESTIMATE FOR YOUR GUIDANCE ONLY. In the event of a small underestimation of final shipping cost, I will accept to meet that shortfall. However, if there is a significant variation between the estimated shipping cost and actual cost then the additional sum payable will be advised to the buyer for settlement via a debit which will be raised in PayPal. Shipping/postage costs from the UK do not include any provision for import or similar taxes or customs duties or third party handling fees which may become payable in the buyers home country. All of these and the like (if any) are strictly for the buyers own account. Please also take particular note that in the unlikely event that an item needs to be returned to the UK, any sum which becomes payable due to the re-import of the item will be for the original buyers account and must be paid prior to shipping the item back to the UK. Unless otherwise agreed, Insurance is not provided and is something for the buyer to arrange for themselves, if required. Every effort will be made to pack items as safely and securely as possible, please appreciate however that no liability will be accepted for loss or damage once the item has been dispatched. Please also refer to the protection which may be provided to you under the eBay money back guarantee scheme

Price: 145 GBP

Location: PENCLAWDD, Nr SWANSEA

End Time: 2025-01-10T11:07:04.000Z

Shipping Cost: 39.82 GBP