{"product_id":"engraved-portrait-of-daniel-finch-2nd-earl-of-nottingham","title":"Engraved Portrait of Daniel Finch, 2nd Earl of Nottingham","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA handsome eighteenth-century engraved portrait of Daniel Finch, 2nd Earl of Nottingham (1647–1730), an influential English statesman and prominent figure in British political history. Presented in a black frame with delicate gilt detailing and a rich crimson mat, this finely executed engraving captures the elaborate portraiture and heraldic ornament associated with the English aristocracy.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe composition depicts Finch in formal aristocratic dress, wearing a long curled wig, an ermine-trimmed mantle, and a lace cravat. His portrait is enclosed within an elaborate oval cartouche bearing the inscription \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDaniel Earl of Nottingham\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Surrounding architectural scrollwork, acanthus ornament, and a richly detailed heraldic achievement complete the composition, with the Finch family coat of arms prominently displayed beneath the portrait.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe engraving bears the inscription \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn the possession of the Countess Dowager of Nottingham\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, identifying the ownership of the original portrait from which the engraving was produced. The lower margins credit \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eG. Kneller pinx.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJ. Houbraken sculp.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, identifying the original portraitist as Sir Godfrey Kneller and the engraver as Jacobus Houbraken.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSir Godfrey Kneller (1646–1723) was one of the most celebrated portrait painters working in England during the late seventeenth and early eighteenth centuries, serving as principal painter to successive British monarchs. Jacobus Houbraken (1698–1780), a distinguished Dutch engraver, became particularly renowned for his finely detailed portraits of British historical figures. His engravings were frequently published in important eighteenth-century collections of historical biography and portraiture.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDaniel Finch served as Secretary of State under William III and Queen Anne and later as Lord President of the Council. A significant figure in the political affairs of his time, he was known for his Tory affiliations and longstanding involvement in the government of England and Great Britain. This engraving preserves his likeness within the grand visual language of eighteenth-century aristocratic portraiture.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA wonderful addition to a traditional library, study, or English-inspired interior, this engraving offers both historical interest and decorative appeal. Its elaborate heraldic composition and crimson matting make it particularly handsome displayed among antique portraits, architectural prints, and other works on paper.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrigin: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eEngland, published for the British market; engraved by a Dutch artist, 18th century\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSubject:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Daniel Finch, 2nd Earl of Nottingham (1647–1730)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOriginal Portrait:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Sir Godfrey Kneller (1646–1723)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEngraver:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Jacobus Houbraken (1698–1780)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMedium:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Copperplate engraving on paper\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInscription:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn the possession of the Countess Dowager of Nottingham\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePresentation:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Framed beneath glass with crimson matting and black-and-gilt frame\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 18.75\" L x 13.25\" W\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Antique condition with visible age-related toning, foxing, and discoloration to the paper, particularly along the margins. The frame and matting show minor wear consistent with age and handling. Please refer to photographs for details.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"England, 19th c.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44619182407767,"sku":null,"price":225.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0577\/3505\/3399\/files\/B50A49612.jpg?v=1794004538","url":"https:\/\/gladysavenue.com\/products\/engraved-portrait-of-daniel-finch-2nd-earl-of-nottingham","provider":"Gladys Avenue","version":"1.0","type":"link"}