William Shakespeare
1 portrait
William Shakespeare
by Robert Cooper, after a painting attributed to John Taylor
stipple engraving, 1864 or before (circa 1610)
15 3/4 in. x 12 1/2 in. (401 mm x 318 mm) plate size; 23 1/2 in. x 17 3/8 in. (598 mm x 441 mm) paper size
acquired Unknown source, 1864
Reference Collection
NPG D40742
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Sitterback to top
- William Shakespeare (1564-1616), Dramatist and poet. Sitter associated with 92 portraits.
Artistsback to top
- Robert Cooper (active 1795-died 1828), Historical and portait engraver. Artist associated with 184 portraits.
- John Taylor (died 1651), Painter. Artist associated with 11 portraits.
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