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A Reverse Painted Mezzotint the Positive Argument
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A Reverse Painted Mezzotint the Positive Argument

18th century
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A mid eighteenth century reverse painted mezzotint laid down onto the glass, the verse to either side of the title explaining the scene………’Struggling Twixt Virtue and Desire, Accosted by a reverend Sire, behold this pretty Maid, How Young the Lass, Hold Old the Man, Who then to win by Gold’s his Plan, ……..

Sold by Ryland & Bryer, Engravers & Printsellers, at the Kings Arms Cornhill.

Within a period ‘Hogarth’ carved and ebonized frame. A few old repairs in the title band.

o.s:12.75 in x 16.75 in

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Walpoles has dated this Reverse Painted Glass Mezzotint to the 18th Century.

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Description
A mid eighteenth century reverse painted mezzotint laid down onto the glass, the verse to either side of the title explaining the scene………’Struggling Twixt Virtue and Desire, Accosted by a reverend Sire, behold this pretty Maid, How Young the Lass, Hold Old the Man, Who then to win by Gold’s his Plan, ……..

Sold by Ryland & Bryer, Engravers & Printsellers, at the Kings Arms Cornhill.

Within a period ‘Hogarth’ carved and ebonized frame. A few old repairs in the title band.

o.s:12.75 in x 16.75 in

Date of Manufacture

Walpoles has dated this Reverse Painted Glass Mezzotint to the 18th Century.

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5013
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An 18th-century reverse painted mezzotint on glass framed in dark wood, depicting a young woman and a man wearing spectacles with printed text at the base.
A Reverse Painted Mezzotint The Positive Argument
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An 18th-century reverse painted mezzotint on glass framed in dark wood, depicting a young woman and a man wearing spectacles with printed text at the base.
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A reverse painted mezzotint is a specialised printmaking technique popular during the 18th century, where a paper mezzotint impression was transferred onto glass and painted from behind using oil pigments.

These works were produced using glass plates, paper mezzotint impressions, turpentine, starch or varnish adhesives, and oil-based pigments applied in layers on the reverse side.

Authentic pieces feature period glass with natural imperfections and air bubbles, historic timber moulding frames, original paper backing decay, and characteristic craquelure within the reverse-applied paint layer.

Display the framed piece above a console or sideboard, or incorporate it into a curated gallery wall alongside complementary historic prints and dark wood accents.

Clean the front glass gently with a soft, dry microfibre cloth, keeping moisture away from the timber frame and painted reverse. Display away from direct sunlight and areas of high humidity.
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