Thomas Augustine Arne
(1710-1778), ComposerMid-Georgian Portraits Catalogue Entry
Sitter in 5 portraits
Composer, particularly of opera and pieces for the London theatres and pleasure gardens, also of catches and songs. 'Rule Britannia' was the finale of his masque Alfred performed at Cliveden, the Prince of Wales's house, in 1740.
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after Francesco Bartolozzi
hand-coloured etching, 1770-1782, based on a work of circa 1770
NPG 1130
after Robert Dunkarton
line engraving, circa 1775-1800
NPG D13867
by Robert Dunkarton, after William Humphrey
mezzotint, published 1778
NPG D7360
published by William Humphrey, after Francesco Bartolozzi
stipple engraving, published 10 May 1782
NPG D42978
published by William Humphrey, after Francesco Bartolozzi
stipple engraving, published 10 May 1782
NPG D14285
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