William Shakespeare
1 portrait
William Shakespeare
by Samuel Cousins, after a painting attributed to John Taylor
mezzotint, published June 1849 (circa 1610)
15 1/4 in. x 12 1/8 in. (388 mm x 309 mm) plate size; 23 5/8 in. x 19 1/4 in. (600 mm x 488 mm) paper size
acquired Unknown source
Reference Collection
NPG D40739
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Sitterback to top
- William Shakespeare (1564-1616), Dramatist and poet. Sitter associated with 92 portraits.
Artistsback to top
- Samuel Cousins (1801-1887), Engraver. Artist associated with 167 portraits, Sitter in 7 portraits.
- John Taylor (died 1651), Painter. Artist associated with 11 portraits.
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