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Benjamin West, P.R.A.
Title
Benjamin West, P.R.A. / engraved by James Fittler, A.R.A. from a picture painted by G.H. Harlow.
Publication
[London] : [James Fittler], [1822]
Physical Description
1 print : engraving ; 43.0 x 34 cm
Medium
paper
ink
engraving
Local Notes
BEIN BrSides Folio 2019 213: On India paper sheet 51.6 x 37.5 cm, mounted on sheet 53.1 x 39.1 cm. Forms part of the Benjamin Franklin Collection.
Notes
Title from caption below image.
Imprint from another state of print.
"To his royal highness the prince regent, patron, the governors and members of the British Institution for promoting the fine arts, this portrait of Benjamin West, P.R.A. is most respectfully dedicated by their obedient humble servant, James Fittler."
Summary
Engraved three-quarters-length, standing portrait of Benjamin West from the Harlow portrait; holding spectacles in his left hand which rests on stack of books against which leans a painting.
Variant and related titles
To his royal highness the prince regent, patron
Format
Images
Language
English
Added to Catalog
November 11, 2021
Subjects
Genre/Form
Engravings.
Portraits.
Also listed under
Benjamin Franklin Collection (Yale University. Library)
England London.
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