Method | Copper engraving |
Artist | Robert Sheppard after David Loggan |
Published | 1735 |
Dimensions | Image 373 x 228 mm, Plate 378 x 234 mm, Sheet 385 x 240 mm |
Notes |
From Mechell's edition of Paul de Rapin-Thoyras The History of England. Three-quarter length portrait of George Monck, dressed in armour and facing to the right, with one hand on his hip, and the other clasping a baton. Behind, a curtain opens to the left to reveal a battle taking place in the background. Below, an inscribed tablet and coat of arms are present. George Monck, 1st Duke of Albemarle, (1608 – 1670) was an English soldier and politician. Monck was the leading figure in effecting the Restoration of the Monarchy to King Charles II in 1660. O'Donoghue 12 Condition: Trimmed just outside of plate mark, creases to bottom right corner, and a few small tears to edges, small loss to top left corner of sheet. |
Framing | unmounted |
Price | £75.00 |
Stock ID | 36689 |