Captain William Baillie - 1764 Etching Bridge Scene

Description

Captain William Baillie - Original 1764 Etching. In the collection of the Earl of Bute. Signed in plate. On laid. Condition is typical for a picture of this age including some discolouration. Vertical abrasion along central axis and small hole to left of this as shown. Wear to edges of paper.

William Baillie (1723–1810) often known as "Captain William Baillie," was an Irish printmaker, known especially for works in the style of, or directly copied from, the etchings of Rembrandt. Usually described as an amateur artist, he was an officer in the British Army until 1761, and later held the post of Commissioner of Stamps. He also acted as an agent for art collectors, most notably Lord Bute.

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Size

28.8 x 42.8cm (11.3" x 16.9")