John Payne
(died 1648 or before), PrintmakerSitter in 4 portraits
Artist associated with 69 portraits
John Payne was the finest native-born engraver working during the reign of Charles I. He was probably the pupil of Dutch engraver Simon De Passe. Over fifty of his plates are known about; although they vary widely in quality, the best are outstanding examples of the art of engraving.
by John William Cook, published by John Major
line engraving, published 15 February 1828
NPG D28380
by John William Cook
line engraving, published 1828
NPG D28381
by John William Cook
line engraving, published 1828
NPG D29152
by John William Cook
line engraving, published 1828
NPG D30444
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