Marcellus Laroon (1679-1772), Portrait of James MacArdell, holding a porte crayon. Oil on canvas, c.1750.
James MacArdell was born in Cow Lane, Dublin (now Greek Street) and was one of the most celebrated mezzotint engravers of the 18th century. His services were eagerly sought by the most eminent artists of the day, including Sir Joshua Reynolds, who famously said of MacArdell ''By this man I shall be immortalised''.
Provenance - Henri-Phillipe Crombe, Brussels Sabin Galleries, 1962.
Literature - Robert Raines, ''Marcellus Laroon'', Paul Mellon Foundation For British Art, p. 194 and referenced on p.111 (see pictured).
Measures - 77cm H x 59cm W x 9cm D (frame). 55.5cm H x 37.5cm W (sight).
Antique ID Number (AIDN): SA973960
Dateline of this antique is Georgian
Height is 77cm (30.3inches)
Width is 59cm (23.2inches)
Depth is 9cm (3.5inches)
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