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Mezzotint Portrait of Henry VIII - by John Faber Snr After Hans Holbein the Younger (1509-1547)
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Mezzotint Portrait of Henry VIII - by John Faber Snr After Hans Holbein the Younger (1509-1547)

18th century
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MEZZOTINT PORTRAIT OF HENRY VIII - BY JOHN FABER SNR AFTER HANS HOLBEIN THE YOUNGER (1509-1547)

Fine and desirable mezzotint of Henry VIII, King of England (1491-1547) by John Faber Sir, after Hans Holbein the younger.

Three quarter length with beard, jewelled cap, jewelled collar, and embroidered robes edged in fur. Standing with left hand at side holding gloves, and holding raised sceptre in right hand. With coat of arms and Latin inscription below. One of a group of 45 plates from John Faber Senior's series of the founders of Oxford and Cambridge Colleges, Royal Exchange, and Charterhouse.

Titled: Henricus VIII Angliae Franicae & Hibern: Rex

Ready to hang and enjoy in a later fine quality anti style frame with gilt slip, and under art glass to aid conservation of this historic image.

Higher resolution images upon request.

Worldwide shipping available.

Date: Early 18th century

Sheet: 26cm x 20cm

Framed: 34.5cm x 28.5cm

Price: £620

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

Physical Dimensions
Height
34.5cm (13.58")
Width
28.5cm (11.22")
Depth
3cm (1.18")
Declaration

The Mezzotint Man has dated this Henry VIII Mezzotint Portrait to the 18th Century.

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MEZZOTINT PORTRAIT OF HENRY VIII - BY JOHN FABER SNR AFTER HANS HOLBEIN THE YOUNGER (1509-1547)
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Fine and desirable mezzotint of Henry VIII, King of England (1491-1547) by John Faber Sir, after Hans Holbein the younger.
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fig 1. A framed monochrome mezzotint portrait of King Henry VIII featuring a gilt inner slip mounted inside a black wooden frame.
fig 1. Mezzotint Portrait of Henry VIII - by John Faber Snr After Hans Holbein the Younger (1509-1547)

Three quarter length with beard, jewelled cap, jewelled collar, and embroidered robes edged in fur. Standing with left hand at side holding gloves, and holding raised sceptre in right hand. With coat of arms and Latin inscription below. One of a group of 45 plates from John Faber Senior's series of the founders of Oxford and Cambridge Colleges, Royal Exchange, and Charterhouse.

fig 2. A framed monochrome mezzotint portrait of King Henry VIII featuring a gilt inner slip mounted inside a black wooden frame.
fig 2. Mezzotint Portrait of Henry VIII - by John Faber Snr After Hans Holbein the Younger (1509-1547)

Titled: Henricus VIII Angliae Franicae & Hibern: Rex

Ready to hang and enjoy in a later fine quality anti style frame with gilt slip, and under art glass to aid conservation of this historic image.

Higher resolution images upon request.

fig 3. A framed monochrome mezzotint portrait of King Henry VIII featuring a gilt inner slip mounted inside a black wooden frame.
fig 3. Mezzotint Portrait of Henry VIII - by John Faber Snr After Hans Holbein the Younger (1509-1547)

Worldwide shipping available.

Date: Early 18th century

Sheet: 26cm x 20cm

Framed: 34.5cm x 28.5cm

Price: £620

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

Height
34.5cm (13.58")
Width
28.5cm (11.22")
Depth
3cm (1.18")
Date of Manufacture

The Mezzotint Man has dated this Henry VIII Mezzotint Portrait to the 18th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1231612
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A framed monochrome mezzotint portrait of King Henry VIII featuring a gilt inner slip mounted inside a black wooden frame.
MEZZOTINT PORTRAIT OF HENRY VIII - BY JOHN FABER SNR AFTER HANS HOLBEIN THE YOUNGER (1509-1547)
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A framed monochrome mezzotint portrait of King Henry VIII featuring a gilt inner slip mounted inside a black wooden frame.
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Mezzotint is a tonal printmaking process popular during the seventeenth and eighteenth centuries that enables subtle gradations of light and shadow without traditional hatching lines.

These artworks were produced by working copper plates with a serrated rocker tool, printing with oil-based ink onto heavy rag paper, and mounting behind glass within wooden frames.

Authentic period mezzotints feature rich velvety black backgrounds, subtle tonal shading, a distinct plate mark impression around the image boundary, and age-consistent paper toning.

Positioning framed portrait prints on mantelpieces, accent tables, or within dark wood bookcases adds historical structure and character to traditional or eclectic rooms.

Keep paper prints away from direct UV sunlight and damp environments, use conservation-grade backing, and clean wooden frames with a dry microfiber cloth avoiding chemical detergents.
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