George Vertue

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George Vertue

by Maxim Gauci, printed by Charles Joseph Hullmandel, published by Anthony Molteno, after George Vertue
lithograph, published December 1821 (1741)
10 5/8 in. x 6 1/2 in. (270 mm x 165 mm) paper size
Reference Collection
NPG D21325

Sitterback to top

  • George Vertue (1683-1756), Engraver and antiquary. Sitter in 7 portraits, Artist or producer associated with 865 portraits.

Artistsback to top

  • Maxim Gauci (1776-1854), Lithographer. Artist or producer associated with 85 portraits.
  • Charles Joseph Hullmandel (1789-1850), Lithographic draughtsman and printer. Artist or producer associated with 106 portraits.
  • Anthony Molteno (active 1783-1830), Printseller and bookseller. Artist or producer associated with 23 portraits.
  • George Vertue (1683-1756), Engraver and antiquary. Artist or producer associated with 865 portraits, Sitter in 7 portraits.

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