Sir Godfrey Kneller

Kniller, Gottfried

English, 1646 - 1723

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The image depicts a close-up drawing of a person's head and part of the shoulders, with a frontal view. The facial features are delicately rendered, including prominent eyes, a straight nose, and closed lips. The hair is styled in loose waves framing the face. The drawing is monochrome with shades of gray. There are no clothing details, jewelry, or objects. The background is plain, with a textured appearance similar to the drawing paper.
Sir Godfrey Kneller, Anthony Henley, before 1694, black chalk heightened with white chalk on brown laid paper, Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund, 1981.95.1

Anthony Henley

Sir Godfrey Kneller · before 1694 · black chalk heightened with white chalk on brown laid paper ·  Accession ID  1981.95.1

The image depicts a man from the waist up. He is seated with his body facing slightly to the left while his head is turned toward the viewer, creating a three-quarter view. The man has long, curly hair that extends past his shoulders, a prominent nose, and calm eyes. He is wearing a dark, long-sleeved garment with a white cravat around his neck. The background features an ornate frame with an oval shape enclosing the portrait and a rectangular plaque below it identifying him as Sir William Trumbull, Principal Secretary of State to King William III.
George Vertue, William Trumbull, 1724, engraving and etching on laid paper, Gift of Henry and Judith Rice Millon, in Honor of the 50th Anniversary of the National Gallery of Art, 1991.203.7

William Trumbull

George Vertue · 1724 · engraving and etching on laid paper ·  Accession ID  1991.203.7

The image shows a torso-length portrait of a man seated with his body facing slightly to the side, but his head turned towards the viewer. He has a serene expression with distinguished facial features including prominent cheekbones and an aquiline nose. His hair is light, shoulder-length, and wavy, framing his face gently. The man is dressed in a robe or loose-fitting garment that drapes over his shoulder, giving the impression of formality. The clothing beneath appears to be a high-collared shirt. There is no visible jewelry or objects in his hands. The background is plain with an oval shape encircling the subject. At the bottom of the image is a dedication that reads: “Johannes Locke Ob. A. D. 1704. Ætat. 72.”
John Smith, John Locke, 1721, mezzotint on laid paper, Paul Mellon Fund, 2001.118.50

John Locke

John Smith · 1721 · mezzotint on laid paper ·  Accession ID  2001.118.50

The image shows a man facing slightly to the right. He has distinct facial features with high cheekbones, a straight nose, and full lips. He has medium-length, dark hair and wears a dark robe over a high-collared garment. One hand rests on a rolled paper held by the other hand, featuring an illustration of someone's face. The background is dark.
John Smith, John Smith, 1716, mezzotint on laid paper, Paul Mellon Fund, 2001.118.51

John Smith

John Smith · 1716 · mezzotint on laid paper ·  Accession ID  2001.118.51

The image depicts a person with curly hair, standing facing the viewer. The individual is wearing a cloak with ermine fur, and the background is a dark oval within a rectangular frame.
John Smith, John Hay, Earl of Tweeddale, c. 1710, mezzotint on laid paper [proof], Paul Mellon Fund, 2001.118.49

John Hay, Earl of Tweeddale

John Smith · c. 1710 · mezzotint on laid paper [proof] ·  Accession ID  2001.118.49

The image shows a man standing and looking at the viewer. He has curly shoulder-length hair and a neutral expression. He is dressed in formal attire, holding a violin and a bow. The background is plain and dark, with a decorative inscription at the bottom.
John Smith, Nicola Cosimo, 1706, mezzotint on laid paper, Paul Mellon Fund, 2001.118.53

Nicola Cosimo

John Smith · 1706 · mezzotint on laid paper ·  Accession ID  2001.118.53

The image shows a portrait of a man with strong facial features and long curly hair, wearing ornate armor and a high-collared shirt fastened with a cravat. The portrait is surrounded by a decorative oval frame with coats of arms and heraldic symbols. The background features engravings, ribbons, and inscriptions.
John Smith, John, Earl of Mar, Lord Erskine, 1703, mezzotint with engraving on laid paper, Paul Mellon Fund, 2001.118.52

John, Earl of Mar, Lord Erskine

John Smith · 1703 · mezzotint with engraving on laid paper ·  Accession ID  2001.118.52

The image shows the upper half of a man seated and facing slightly to his left. The man has a calm expression with well-defined facial features, including full cheeks and a straight nose. His hair is long, curly, and dark, cascading down his shoulders. He is wearing elaborate clothing, featuring a richly patterned jacket adorned with decorative elements and a white, lace-like cravat around his neck. The background is an ornate frame with symbols and insignia, featuring crowned emblems and crests surrounded by scrolls and ribbons. The image includes inscriptions identifying the man as William Marquis of Annandale and detailing his titles and roles, with decorative elements throughout the background.
John Smith, William Johnston, Marquess of Annandale, 1702, mezzotint with engraving on laid paper, Paul Mellon Fund, 2001.118.56

William Johnston, Marquess of Annandale

John Smith · 1702 · mezzotint with engraving on laid paper ·  Accession ID  2001.118.56

The image depicts a portrait showing the upper half of a man's body. He is positioned facing forward with his body slightly turned to the left while looking directly at the viewer. The man has full facial features, with a slightly rounded face adorned with long, curly hair that flows down past his shoulders. He is dressed in an elegant, high-collared shirt beneath a flowing, draped garment. His right hand is visible, gesturing towards the center of his chest. The background is a simple, darkened oval that frames the portrait. Text is displayed beneath the portrait, providing identification and attribution details.
John Smith, Godfrey Kneller, 1694, mezzotint on laid paper, Paul Mellon Fund, 2001.118.48

Godfrey Kneller

John Smith · 1694 · mezzotint on laid paper ·  Accession ID  2001.118.48

The image depicts a portrait of a person from the chest upwards. The person is positioned slightly turned to the side and is wearing a dark garment with a light-colored shirt underneath. Their right hand is partially visible holding the garment. The person has distinct facial features, including a pointed nose and closed lips, with their eyes looking directly at the viewer. They have long, wavy hair falling around their shoulders. The background is plain, and at the bottom of the portrait, the name "Steffan Wolters" is inscribed, along with a signature and additional text.
Jan Verkolje I, Jan Verkolje I, Steffan Wolters, 1684, mezzotint on laid paper, Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund, 2000.30.3

Steffan Wolters

Jan Verkolje I, Jan Verkolje I · 1684 · mezzotint on laid paper ·  Accession ID  2000.30.3