J.R. Smith after Morland - 1789 Stipple Engraving Dressing for the Masquerade

Description

A stipple engraving by John Raphael Smith (1751-1812) after George Morland (1763-1804), Plate 4 from the 'Laetitia' series. Presented in a white painted mount and a black lacquer wooden frame with a gilt-effect bead course to the inner edge and gilt-effect lozenge moulding to the outer edge. Inscribed with the title in plate to the lower edge, other information obscured by the mount. There is a label verso inscribed with details about the engraving. On wove.

Condition

There is some discolouration and some mild dirt to the underside of the glazing. There is a closed tear and some surface restoration in the lower-left quadrant, measuring 7cm. There are some scuffs to the frame and some chips to the corners.

Size

34.2 x 25.9cm (13.5" x 10.2")
Framed Size: 48.2 x 35.5cm (19" x 14")

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