Lord Kames, Scottish Judge and Philosopher - Engraving by John Beugo
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Original copper engraving with the oval portrait of Henry Home, Lord Kames (1696-1782), in wig and judge's robes, beneath his coat of arms. Engraved by John Beugo after the portrait painted by Martin, from the Original Picture in the possession of Robert Graham Esq.r of Gartmore.
Original copper engraving with the oval portrait of Henry Home, Lord Kames (1696-1782), in wig and judge's robes, beneath his coat of arms. Engraved by John Beugo after the portrait painted by Martin, from the Original Picture in the possession of Robert Graham Esq.r of Gartmore.
Lord Kames was one of the central figures of the Scottish Enlightenment: a judge of the Court of Session and author of the Elements of Criticism, he knew David Hume and was an early patron of the young Adam Smith.
Medium: Copper engraving.
Artist: Martin (original painting).
Engraver: John Beugo.
Date: The original painting dated 1768 in the engraving.
Dimensions: 5.7 x 8.3 in (14.6 x 21 cm).
Condition: Laid down on paper; a small paper loss restored long ago at the upper left corner and a damp stain over the sitter's shoulder. The engraving clean.
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Original copper engraving with the oval portrait of Henry Home, Lord Kames (1696-1782), in wig and judge's robes, beneath his coat of arms. Engraved by John Beugo after the portrait painted by Martin, from the Original Picture in the possession of Robert Graham Esq.r of Gartmore.