John Bowdler Portrait - Original Engraving by E. Scriven, Proof - 1818
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  • John Bowdler Portrait - Original Engraving by E. Scriven, Proof - 1818
  • John Bowdler Portrait - Original Engraving by E. Scriven, Proof - 1818

John Bowdler Portrait - Original Engraving by E. Scriven, Proof - 1818

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Original 1818 engraved portrait of John Bowdler the younger, barrister of Lincoln's Inn. Engraved by Edward Scriven, historical engraver to His Royal Highness the Prince Regent, after a copy by I. Milhourne of a posthumous portrait painted by I. W. Devis.

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Original 1818 engraved portrait of John Bowdler the younger, barrister of Lincoln's Inn. Engraved by Edward Scriven, historical engraver to His Royal Highness the Prince Regent, after a copy by I. Milhourne of a posthumous portrait painted by I. W. Devis.

This impression is lettered "Proof" below the title: a proof impression, pulled ahead of the regular edition and more sought after by collectors. The printing quality matches, with deep blacks and great delicacy in the modeling of the face and clothing.

Medium: Copper engraving, proof impression
Artist / after: I. W. Devis (original painting); copy by I. Milhourne
Engraver: Edward Scriven
Date: 1818
Dimensions: 8.1 x 10.6 in (20.5 x 27 cm)
Condition: Good condition, the image clean and crisp. The sheet is mounted on a larger paper support, which shows yellowing and some soiling along the edges.

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