Print Description
Anne Wharton seated in an elegant pose amidst a lush, outdoor setting, styled in courtly fashion.
Made by Richard Earlom after Sir Peter Lely.
Medium: Mezzotint engraving on wove (vellin) paper. Watermark: J. Whatman.
Sheet size: 53.5 x 41 cm (21.06 x 16.14 inch). Image size: 40 x 29 cm. (15.75 x 11.42 inch).
Condition: good, given age. Slight foxing, creasing and soiling. General age-related toning and/or occasional minor defects from handling. Please study scan carefully.
ANNE WHARTON, PORTRAIT, MEZZOTINT, RICHARD EARLOM, PETER LELY, ENGLISH COURT, 17TH CENTURY. | PCO-EXPO-46
BACKGROUND INFORMATION
First published by John Boydell in London, 1776.
Biography engraver: Richard Earlom (1743-1822), renowned English mezzotint engraver, known for his exceptional skill.
Biography artist: Sir Peter Lely (1618?1680), a leading portrait artist in 17th century England of Dutch origin.
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