'The South Sea Scheme'

1 portrait of Alexander Pope

'The South Sea Scheme', by William Hogarth, circa 1721 - NPG - © National Portrait Gallery, London

© National Portrait Gallery, London

'The South Sea Scheme'

by William Hogarth
etching and engraving, circa 1721
10 1/8 in. x 12 5/8 in. (257 mm x 321 mm) paper size
Reference Collection
NPG D21368


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Sittersback to top

  • John Gay (1685-1732), Poet and dramatist. Sitter associated with 11 portraits.
  • Alexander Pope (1688-1744), Poet. Sitter associated with 44 portraits.

Artistback to top

  • William Hogarth (1697-1764), Painter and engraver. Artist associated with 125 portraits, Sitter associated with 19 portraits.

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