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Antique Frontispiece of of Mrs Ward as Portia, 1785

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Antique print titled 'Mrs. Ward in Portia'. Frontispiece from Bell's Shakespeare; portrait of Mrs Ward as Portia in 'Julius Caesar'; whole-length, turned to the left, wearing a long dress with transparent scarf billowing over her right arm; oval in rectangle frame. Published 1785. Artists and Engravers: Published by John Bell. Condition: Fair/good, general age-related toning. Image trimmed and mounted. Blank verso. Please study image carefully. Date: 1785 Overall size: 12 x 22.5 cm. Image size: 6.5 x 9.5 cm. We also offer thousands of antique prints covering fields of interest as diverse as architecture, natural history, religion, ethnology and many more. Antique prints have long been appreciated for both their aesthetic and investment value. They were the product of engraved, etched or lithographed plates. These plates were handmade out of wood or metal, which required an incredible level of skill, patience and craftsmanship. Whether you have a house with Victorian furniture or more contemporary decor an old engraving can enhance your living space.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 8.86 in (22.5 cm)Width: 4.73 in (12 cm)Depth: 0 in (0.01 mm)
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  • Date of Manufacture:
    1785
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  • Seller Location:
    Langweer, NL
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: BG-12837-81stDibs: LU3054325957882
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