Hot Spice Gingerbread Smoking Hot, plate 12 of The Cries of London, engraved by Giovanni Vendramini (1769-1839), pub. by Colnaghi & Co., 1796
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Francis Wheatley's Hot Spice Gingerbread Smoking Hot, plate 12 of The Cries of London, engraved by Giovanni Vendramini (1769-1839), pub. by Colnaghi & Co., 1796 into your home with a handmade oil painting reproduction. Carefully recreated on canvas by skilled artists using traditional techniques, this piece captures the delicate brushwork, subtle light, and vibrant color of the original masterpiece. With museum-level quality and rich texture, it brings elegance and artistic depth to any space. Enjoy free shipping and make this masterpiece a part of your personal collection.
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Original Description
The bustling energy of late 18th-century London comes alive in Hot Spice Gingerbread Smoking Hot, Plate 12 of The Cries of London series. Francis Wheatley's charming street scene, engraved by Giovanni Vendramini in 1796, captures a gingerbread seller mid-patter—her wide-brimmed hat framing an expressive face as she balances her tray of treats. Wheatley's delicate yet lively watercolor technique translates beautifully into Vendramini’s engraving, where intricate cross-hatching renders textures from starched aprons to cobblestone shadows. This sentimental yet documentary work epitomizes the Romantic era’s fascination with "local color," preserving the vanishing street cries tradition while elevating humble subjects through idealized composition. As part of Colnaghi & Co.’s celebrated publication, the print represents a pivotal intersection of social history and commercial art—where elite print collectors consumed nostalgic visions of working-class life.
For contemporary spaces, this engraving’s warm sepia tones and bustling vignette-style composition make it ideal for traditional or eclectic interiors. Hang it in a kitchen or dining area, where its gingerbread theme creates playful cohesion with copper pots or rustic shelving; the 9x7 inch plate size suits gallery walls amid botanical prints or smaller Willemsz van Haecht engravings. In studies or offices, pair it with Georgian-era furnishings—its narrative detail balances solid mahogany desks when framed in slender gilt. For modern settings, let it anchor a neutral wall alongside abstract earth-toned ceramics, the figures’ animated lines echoing organic forms. Always choose museum-glass framing to protect the delicate paper while minimizing glare on Vendramini’s fine lines.
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Lead Time & Shipping
When you order this oil painting replica, it typically takes 2-3 weeks to paint. If the artwork is more complex, it might need a little more time to ensure the best quality. Once it's ready, we'll send you a photo for your approval. After you give the green light, we'll ship it to you for free.
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Return & Refund
We believe in the quality of our hand-painted oil painting reproductions, and your satisfaction is our priority. If for any reason, you are not completely satisfied with your purchase, we offer a 45-day return policy. You can return your artwork within 45 days of receipt and receive a full refund. Please note that the artwork must be returned in the original packaging and in the same condition as it was received.
