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Mezzotint Portrait of Arnold Joost Van Keppel. 1st Earl of Albermarle by John Smith After Sir Godfrey Kneller.
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Mezzotint Portrait of Arnold Joost Van Keppel. 1st Earl of Albermarle by John Smith After Sir Godfrey Kneller.

17th century
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ARNOLD JOOST VAN KEPPEL. 1ST EARL OF ALBERMARLE BY JOHN SMITH AFTER SIR GODFREY KNELLER.

Fine mezzotint portrait of Arnold Joost van Keppel, 1st Earl of Albemarle by John Smith, after Sir Godfrey Kneller, Bt The sitter is depicted three-quarter-length portrait of 1st Earl of Albemarle in armour, standing, turned slightly to the right, his head turned back to face the viewer, with a battle setting beyond.

Albemarle was a Dutch-born courtier who came to England as a page to William III in 1688. The King granted him and earldom and Irish lands in 1696, much to the disgust of Parliament, where William's generosity to his Dutch favourites was resented. He remained a particular friend of the King, and on William's death returned to Holland to pursue a military career. He was known as a cheerful and generous man.

This mezzotint is in a fine state of conservation and is housed in a quality ebonised frame with museum quality mount.

Date: c.1700

Framed Dimensions: 49cm x 39cm

Price: £720

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Physical Dimensions
Height
49cm (19.29")
Width
39cm (15.35")
Depth
2cm (0.79")
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The Mezzotint Man has dated this Antique Mezzotint Portrait Print to the 17th Century.

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ARNOLD JOOST VAN KEPPEL. 1ST EARL OF ALBERMARLE BY JOHN SMITH AFTER SIR GODFREY KNELLER.

Fine mezzotint portrait of Arnold Joost van Keppel, 1st Earl of Albemarle by John Smith, after Sir Godfrey Kneller, Bt The sitter is depicted three-quarter-length portrait of 1st Earl of Albemarle in armour, standing, turned slightly to the right, his head turned back to face the viewer, with a battle setting beyond.

Albemarle was a Dutch-born courtier who came to England as a page to William III in 1688.

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The King granted him and earldom and Irish lands in 1696, much to the disgust of Parliament, where William's generosity to his Dutch favourites was resented.
The Mezzotint Man

He remained a particular friend of the King, and on William's death returned to Holland to pursue a military career. He was known as a cheerful and generous man.

fig 1. A monochrome antique mezzotint portrait depicting a noble man in full plate armour and a long curled wig, holding a baton.
fig 1. Mezzotint Portrait of Arnold Joost Van Keppel. 1st Earl of Albermarle by John Smith After Sir Godfrey Kneller.

This mezzotint is in a fine state of conservation and is housed in a quality ebonised frame with museum quality mount.

Date: c.1700

Framed Dimensions: 49cm x 39cm

Price: £720

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

Height
49cm (19.29")
Width
39cm (15.35")
Depth
2cm (0.79")
Date of Manufacture

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

Reference Numbers
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SA1237053
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Archive I A monochrome antique mezzotint portrait depicting a noble man in full plate armour and a long curled wig, holding a baton.

Mezzotint Portrait of Arnold Joost Van Keppel. 1st Earl of Albermarle by John Smith After Sir Godfrey Kneller.

Archive II A monochrome antique mezzotint portrait depicting a noble man in full plate armour and a long curled wig, holding a baton. View II
Archive III A monochrome antique mezzotint portrait depicting a noble man in full plate armour and a long curled wig, holding a baton. View III
Archive IV A monochrome antique mezzotint portrait depicting a noble man in full plate armour and a long curled wig, holding a baton. View IV
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A monochrome antique mezzotint portrait depicting a noble man in full plate armour and a long curled wig, holding a baton.
MEZZOTINT PORTRAIT OF ARNOLD JOOST VAN KEPPEL. 1ST EARL OF ALBERMARLE BY JOHN SMITH AFTER SIR GODFREY KNELLER.
Ref: SA1237053
A monochrome antique mezzotint portrait depicting a noble man in full plate armour and a long curled wig, holding a baton.
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  • ObjectPrints & Wall Art
  • Period17th century
  • StyleBaroque
  • MaterialPaper, Ink
  • ColourBlack and White
  • MotifsFull plate armour, Voluminous wig, Military baton, Engraved inscription
  • SizeH 49 cm (19 in) x W 39 cm (15 in) x D 2 cm (1 in)

FAQs

A mezzotint is an intaglio printmaking process originating in the 17th century that allows for subtle tonal gradations without cross-hatching. Artists favoured this method for replicating oil portraits, capturing rich shadows and smooth skin tones through systematically roughening a copper plate.

Traditional mezzotints were produced using a copper plate prepared with a rocker tool to create a dense burr. High-grade rag paper and carbon-based intaglio ink were then utilised in a rolling press to produce the print.

Authentic antique mezzotints feature characteristic plate marks impressed into thick rag paper, visible plateline indentations, and soft tonal transitions rather than modern dot-matrix patterns. Additionally, early impressions display deep, velvety blacks where the copper burr remained unworn.

A classic mezzotint portrait can be mounted in a sleek dark wood or understated gilt frame to create contrast against contemporary neutral walls. Positioning the piece in a study, library, or hallway alongside minimalist furnishings creates a sophisticated aesthetic.

Antique prints should be kept in a temperature-controlled environment away from direct sunlight to prevent UV fading and yellowing. Frame the piece using acid-free mounting boards and UV-protective glass, avoiding direct contact between the glass and paper surface.
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