The Proceeding to the Coronation of Their Majesties King William and Queen Mary from Westminster Hall to Westminster Abbey, 11 April 1689
Print - Engraving / Etching on paper • Attributed to or after Francis Sandford (Lancaster Herald) and Samuel Moore; often published by the likes of Robert Walton or Similar London publishers of the Restoration period.
Style & Movement
Baroque / British Restoration Era - Commemorative Court Art
Medium & Technique
Intaglio engraving with etching; fine line work used to create tonal depth and heraldic detail on paper.
Creation Period
Circa 1689-1690
Dimensions & Format
Landscape format; approximately 18 x 22 inches (image size), framed as a single sheet.
Subject Description
A multi-tiered panoramic depiction of the royal procession for the coronation of William III and Mary II. The rows show specific ranks of British society including musicians, gentlemen, clergy, barons, earls, and the royal couple under a canopy. It serves as a visual record of the Glorious Revolution transition.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Good (considering age); visible horizontal and vertical fold lines suggest this was originally an illustration for a book or a folded broadside.
Estimated Market Value
$400 - $1,200 USD depending on the specific edition and paper quality.
Auction Estimate
$300 - $800 USD
Provenance History
Likely sourced from a historical publication or a collection of 17th-century ephemera. No visible collector stamps are present in the photo, but the typography suggests 17th-century London printing.
Art Historical Significance
Highly significant as a primary visual document of the dual coronation of William and Mary. It illustrates the complex hierarchy of the late 17th-century English court and the formal pageantry required to legitimize the new monarchs.
Notable Features
Includes detailed inscriptions identifying each group in the procession (e.g., 'Children of the Chapel Royal', 'Serjeants at Arms'). The lower panel features the royal canopy which is the focal point of the narrative.
Condition Issues
Visible flattened center creases (likely original to folding), minor foxing, and age-toning of the paper. Potential slight trimming of margins if it was salvaged from a larger manuscript.
Conservation Recommendations
Ensure the use of acid-free matting and UV-protective glazing. Monitor for acidity (yellowing) and maintain a stable humidity level to prevent further rippling or foxing.