A warrior, a Turk and a bravo present a tablet inscribed with a dedication of etchings by John Hamilton Mortimer. Etching by John Hamilton Mortimer, 1778.
- Mortimer, John Hamilton, 1740-1779.
- Date:
- Dec.r 8th 1778
- Reference:
- 2497722i
- Pictures
About this work
Description
The warrior is in the style of Salvator Rosa. The bravo in the foreground is a self-portrait of John Hamilton Mortimer: he points to his own name. On the left is a portfolio of drawings, inscribed "Studies", while on the right is a volume of bound prints, indicating the progression from student of design to master
Publication/Creation
[London] (Norfolk Street, Strand) : Published ... by I. Mortimer, Dec.r 8th 1778.
Physical description
1 print : etching ; platemark 35.3 x 25.5 cm
Lettering
To S.r Jos.a Reynolds President of the Royal Academy these etchings are dedicated by his humble servt. I. H. Mortimer 1778
Reference
Wellcome Collection 2497722i
Creator/production credits
The etchings are dedicated to Sir Joshua Reynolds
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Where to find it
Location Status Access Closed stores