
Sir Godfrey Kneller, after. Portrait of His Royal Highness George Prince of Denmark. Mezzotint by John Smith. C. 1700.
Artist: Sir Godfrey Kneller (British, 1646-1723), portrait painter, after. Engraver: John Smith (British, 1652-1743), the famous early mezzotinter and re-publisher of older plates.Title: Portrait of His Royal Highness George Prince of Denmark.Titled, Dated, and Signed in plate: G. Kneller Eques Pinx: I Smith fe: & exc: His Royal Highness George Prince of Denmark.Dimensions: Image/platemark 13 3/4" x 10". Backing sheet 19 3/8" x 15 1/8".Publisher: John Smith, the mezzotinter.Date: c.1695-c.1702 (dated by Chaloner Smith).Materials and Techniques: Mezzotint on laid paper.Mat and Frame: Afixed to support on top. Provenance: The Estate of George "Yorgo" Demetrakopoulos; professor, assistant director of the Medieval Institute, and assistant to the dean at Western Michigan University, Kalamazoo, Michigan, from 1965-2000.Condition: Dampstain, wrinkles, lost paper to corners. Worn support. The signs of aging are appropriate for the time. A detailed condition report is available on demand.