470 - J. HOUBRAKEN (*1698) after HOLBEIN (*1497), Portrait of John Fisher, copper engraving

J. HOUBRAKEN (*1698) after HOLBEIN (*1497), Portrait of John Fisher, copper engraving Jacobus Houbraken (1698, Dordrecht – 1780, Amsterdam) after Hans Holbein the Younger (1497, Augsburg – 1543, London): Portrait of Bishop John Fisher with Insignia; Portrait of the Bishop of Rochester with Papal Insignia, 18th century, copper engraving Technique: Copper engraving on paper Inscription: Signed in the lower part of the printing plate: “Jacobus Houbraken sculps. Amst. | Holben pinx." Inscribed in the lower middle of the printing plate: "In the Collection of Mr. Richardson." Further inscription in the center: "FISHER BISHOP OF ROCHESTER." Date: 18th century Description: Portrait of John Fisher, Bishop of Rochester, bust facing right, wearing a cap and a fur-trimmed coat Keywords: Portrait; Bishop; Ecclesiastical; Oval frame; Tiara; Key; Putto; Angel; Drapery; Symmetry; Light; Symbolism; Thoughtfulness; Fur stole; Talar; Birett; Clouds; Engraving; Renaissance; Baroque; 18th century; Baroque; Portraits; Germany; Size: Paper: 36.1 cm x 22.7 cm (14.2 x 8.9 in), Image: 35.4 cm x 21.6 cm (13.9 x 8.5 in) Condition: Good condition. Trimmed close to the engraving. The engraving features clear lines and fine details with no visible wear. The paper is slightly yellowed, indicating its age. Minimal spotting in places.