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Portrait of Hans Holbein Stipple Engraving by Francesco Bartolozzi C1798
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Portrait of Hans Holbein Stipple Engraving by Francesco Bartolozzi C1798

18th century
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Hans Holbein the Younger (c.1497/98-1543) at Kensington Palace -

Apologies for the reflections caused when photographing through the glass.

Rare Surviving Original Coloured ENGRAVING by Francesco Bartolozzi, Circa 1798 Under Glass a 18thc gilt wood frame ( not a copied print )

An original stipple engraved portrait by Francesco Bartolozzi (1727-1815) of Hans Holbein, published by John Chamberlain in 1798.

This original stipple engraving also includes much work done with the rocker and other techniques. Bartolozzi was the portrait engraver par excellence in late 18th century London.

To the lower-left is engraved ''From the Original Drawing by Hans Holbein'', so Bartolozzi had copied a self-portrait - possibly the small gouache of Holbein now in the Wallace Collection.

Title: Portrait of Hans Holbein. At Kensington Palace. -

TEXT Lower Margin Reads Left to Right : - From the original picture by Hans Holbein.

Engraved By F.Bartolozzi R A Historical Engraver To His Majesty.

Published as the act directs June 25th 1798 By I Chamberlaine, Brompton Middlesex.

FRAME MEASUREMENTS

Height : 27.75 Inches ( 71 cm )

Width : 21.5 Inches ( 55 cm )

Depth : 2.75 Inches ( 7 cm )

CONDITION

A little edge toning (left side above shoulder ) commensurate with age and very faint water marks lower border around text, otherwise in lovely order, sharpe, no fading.

Looks great for circa 1798 dateline.

DELIVERY

UK £50 Next Day

Worldwide : EU & USA £150

TELEPHONE ENQUIRIES : 07765 856171

Quote Ref : 0908

Physical Dimensions
Height
71cm (27.95")
Width
55cm (21.65")
Depth
7cm (2.76")
Declaration

Mansion House Antiques & Fine Art has dated this Hans Holbein Stipple Engraving to the 18th Century.

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SA1107821
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Description
Hans Holbein the Younger (c.1497/98-1543) at Kensington Palace -

Apologies for the reflections caused when photographing through the glass.

“
Rare Surviving Original Coloured ENGRAVING by Francesco Bartolozzi, Circa 1798 Under Glass a 18thc gilt wood frame ( not a copied print ).
Mansion House Antiques & Fine Art
fig 1. Framed 18th-century stipple engraving portrait of Hans Holbein in a dark ebonised frame with gilt beaded outer trim.
fig 1. Portrait of Hans Holbein Stipple Engraving by Francesco Bartolozzi C1798

An original stipple engraved portrait by Francesco Bartolozzi (1727-1815) of Hans Holbein, published by John Chamberlain in 1798.

This original stipple engraving also includes much work done with the rocker and other techniques. Bartolozzi was the portrait engraver par excellence in late 18th century London.

fig 2. Framed 18th-century stipple engraving portrait of Hans Holbein in a dark ebonised frame with gilt beaded outer trim.
fig 2. Portrait of Hans Holbein Stipple Engraving by Francesco Bartolozzi C1798

To the lower-left is engraved ''From the Original Drawing by Hans Holbein'', so Bartolozzi had copied a self-portrait - possibly the small gouache of Holbein now in the Wallace Collection.

Title: Portrait of Hans Holbein. At Kensington Palace. -

fig 3. Framed 18th-century stipple engraving portrait of Hans Holbein in a dark ebonised frame with gilt beaded outer trim.
fig 3. Portrait of Hans Holbein Stipple Engraving by Francesco Bartolozzi C1798

TEXT Lower Margin Reads Left to Right : - From the original picture by Hans Holbein.

Engraved By F.Bartolozzi R A Historical Engraver To His Majesty.

Published as the act directs June 25th 1798 By I Chamberlaine, Brompton Middlesex.

fig 4. Framed 18th-century stipple engraving portrait of Hans Holbein in a dark ebonised frame with gilt beaded outer trim.
fig 4. Portrait of Hans Holbein Stipple Engraving by Francesco Bartolozzi C1798

FRAME MEASUREMENTS

Height : 27.75 Inches ( 71 cm )

Width : 21.5 Inches ( 55 cm )

Depth : 2.75 Inches ( 7 cm )

CONDITION

A little edge toning (left side above shoulder ) commensurate with age and very faint water marks lower border around text, otherwise in lovely order, sharpe, no fading.

Looks great for circa 1798 dateline.

DELIVERY

UK £50 Next Day

Worldwide : EU & USA £150

TELEPHONE ENQUIRIES : 07765 856171

Quote Ref : 0908

Height
71cm (27.95")
Width
55cm (21.65")
Depth
7cm (2.76")
Date of Manufacture

Mansion House Antiques & Fine Art has dated this Hans Holbein Stipple Engraving to the 18th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1107821
Dealers Internal Ref
0908
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Portrait of Hans Holbein Stipple Engraving by Francesco Bartolozzi C1798

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Framed 18th-century stipple engraving portrait of Hans Holbein in a dark ebonised frame with gilt beaded outer trim.
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Stipple engraving is a copperplate printmaking technique that creates tonal gradations through tiny etched dots, popularised in late 18th-century Britain by printmakers such as Francesco Bartolozzi.

These works were printed on heavy rag paper using oil-based ink from etched copper plates, commonly mounted within ebonised wooden frames featuring gilded or beaded details.

Authentic prints feature a visible indented plate mark surrounding the image, characteristic dot patterning visible under magnification, and publisher or engraver inscriptions along the lower margin.

Display the framed print as part of an eclectic gallery wall or mount it individually above a desk, console table, or fireplace to introduce historic character to traditional or contemporary spaces.

Keep the artwork framed under protective glass away from direct sunlight, high humidity, and damp walls, ensuring non-invasive acid-free backing materials are used.
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