Method | Mezzotint |
Artist | Robert Dunkarton |
Published | London Published by S. Woodburn, 1811. |
Dimensions | Image 116 x 88 mm, Plate 157 x 106 mm, Sheet 192 x 152 mm |
Notes |
From Samuel Woodburn's 'Portraits of 100 Illustrious Characters'. Bust portrait of William Shakespeare, directed slightly to the left, but looking towards the viewer. He wears a dark doublet, embellished with silver threads, a stiff, and a pointed ruff. Inscription reads: 'From an original Picture formerly in the possession of Prince Rupert, Now in the collection of His Grace Archibald Duke of Hamilton and Brandon, &c. &c. at Marylebone Park, London.' Robert Dunkarton (1744 - 1811) was a British mezzotinter, but began his career as a portrait painter. Between 1774 and 1779, he exhibited at the Royal Academy. Chaloner Smith p.236-7 Condition: Small amount of rubbing to image, and some discolouration to margins. |
Framing | mounted |
Price | £85.00 |
Stock ID | 40613 |