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Mezzotint Portrait of Henrietta Hyde Countess of Rochester by Thomas Watson After Sir Peter Lely.
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Mezzotint Portrait of Henrietta Hyde Countess of Rochester by Thomas Watson After Sir Peter Lely.

17th century
Sold 15 May 2026 · The Mezzotint Man
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HENRIETTA HYDE COUNTESS OF ROCHESTER BY THOMAS WATSON AFTER SIR PETER LELY.

Fine and large 18th century mezzotint portrait of Henrietta Hyde Countess of Rochester (1646 - 1687) by Thomas Watson after Sir Peter Lely).

Henrietta Hyde, Countess of Rochester (1646–1687), born Henrietta Boyle, was a prominent Anglo-Irish noblewoman, courtier, and one of the "Windsor Beauties" painted by Sir Peter Lely. Married to Laurence Hyde, 1st Earl of Rochester, she served as governess to Princess Anne and was known for her influential, assertive, and ambitious nature at the court of King James II

This fine and large mezzotint is a particularly rich impression which is in an excellent state of conservation. It is housed u under rippled glass in a very fine quality ebonised frame with sanded gilt slip.

Date: c.1779

Sheet Dimensions: 45cm x 33cm.

Framed Dimensions: 56cm x 44cm.

Price: £820

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Date of Manufacture

The Mezzotint Man has dated this Antique Mezzotint Portrait to the 17th Century.

Physical Dimensions
Height
56cm (22.05")
Width
44cm (17.32")
Depth
2cm (0.79")
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HENRIETTA HYDE COUNTESS OF ROCHESTER BY THOMAS WATSON AFTER SIR PETER LELY.
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Fine and large 18th century mezzotint portrait of Henrietta Hyde Countess of Rochester (1646 - 1687) by Thomas Watson after Sir Peter Lely).
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fig 1. An antique black and white mezzotint portrait of a woman in historical attire, set inside a dark wooden frame with a gilded inner border.
fig 1. Mezzotint Portrait of Henrietta Hyde Countess of Rochester by Thomas Watson After Sir Peter Lely.

Henrietta Hyde, Countess of Rochester (1646–1687), born Henrietta Boyle, was a prominent Anglo-Irish noblewoman, courtier, and one of the "Windsor Beauties" painted by Sir Peter Lely. Married to Laurence Hyde, 1st Earl of Rochester, she served as governess to Princess Anne and was known for her influential, assertive, and ambitious nature at the court of King James II

fig 2. An antique black and white mezzotint portrait of a woman in historical attire, set inside a dark wooden frame with a gilded inner border.
fig 2. Mezzotint Portrait of Henrietta Hyde Countess of Rochester by Thomas Watson After Sir Peter Lely.

This fine and large mezzotint is a particularly rich impression which is in an excellent state of conservation. It is housed u under rippled glass in a very fine quality ebonised frame with sanded gilt slip.

fig 3. An antique black and white mezzotint portrait of a woman in historical attire, set inside a dark wooden frame with a gilded inner border.
fig 3. Mezzotint Portrait of Henrietta Hyde Countess of Rochester by Thomas Watson After Sir Peter Lely.

Date: c.1779

Sheet Dimensions: 45cm x 33cm.

Framed Dimensions: 56cm x 44cm.

Price: £820

All prices include UK mainland delivery. For other territories please ask.

Date of Manufacture

The Mezzotint Man has dated this Antique Mezzotint Portrait to the 17th Century.

Height
56cm (22.05")
Width
44cm (17.32")
Depth
2cm (0.79")
Reference Numbers
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SA1210090
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Mezzotint Portrait of Henrietta Hyde Countess of Rochester by Thomas Watson After Sir Peter Lely.

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An antique black and white mezzotint portrait of a woman in historical attire, set inside a dark wooden frame with a gilded inner border.
MEZZOTINT PORTRAIT OF HENRIETTA HYDE COUNTESS OF ROCHESTER BY THOMAS WATSON AFTER SIR PETER LELY.
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An antique black and white mezzotint portrait of a woman in historical attire, set inside a dark wooden frame with a gilded inner border.
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  • ObjectFramed Prints
  • Period17th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialPaper, ink, wood, glass
  • ColourBlack and White
  • MotifsFigurative subject, Elaborate dress, Natural background, Inscribed margin
  • SizeH 56 cm (22 in) x W 44 cm (17 in) x D 2 cm (1 in)

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A mezzotint is a printmaking process of the intaglio family, invented in the seventeenth century, which allows for smooth gradations of tone and rich dark areas, frequently used for reproducing oil paintings.

These prints were traditionally produced using a copper printing plate, high-grade printers ink, and laid paper, typically housed within wooden frames with glass protection.

Authenticity is determined by examining the paper type for watermark indicators, checking for plate marks around the image border, and verifying the quality of the ink impression against historical records.

Historic portrait prints add depth and character when hung on dark-painted walls or incorporated into traditional gallery wall arrangements alongside modern abstract pieces for contrast.

Preservation requires framing with acid-free mount boards and UV-protective glass, while keeping the piece away from direct sunlight and maintaining stable humidity levels.
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