| Method | Mezzotint |
| Artist | Kitcheman after Robert Edge Pine |
| Published | Published pursuant to Act of Parliament May 23rd 1768 by M. Darly in the Strand No. 39 |
| Dimensions | Image 460 x 354 mm |
| Notes |
A fine mezzotint portrait of a seated John Wilkes holding a quill. A letter on the table in front of him reads 'To the Gentlemen Clergy and Freeholders of the County of Middlesex'. Other papers are strewn across the table entitled 'The Liberty…' and 'Civis erat…' along with a scroll 'Magna Charta'. A volume of 'Sydney on Government' inscribed to 'Huy. Cotes Esqr London' rests against a classical statue and a plaque portrait of Hampden below. Chaloner Smith 1883 161 (Engraver not ascertained) Ex. Col.: Hon. Christopher Lennox-Boyd. Condition: Trimmed to plate, repaired tear to left margin into image. Pressed horizontal fold. |
| Framing | unmounted |
| Price | £300.00 |
| Stock ID | 8380 |