730 - J. BURNET (*1784) after WILKIE (*1785), The Jew's Harp, circa 1809, copper engraving

J. BURNET (*1784) after WILKIE (*1785), The Jew's Harp, circa 1809, copper engraving John Burnet (1784 Musselburgh – 1868 Stoke Newington) after David Wilkie (1785 – 1841): “The Jew’s Harp,” The Jew’s Harp, c. 1809, copper engraving Technique: Copper engraving on laid paper, mounted on laid paper Date: c. 1809 Description: Signed below the image “D. Wilkie pinxt. / J. Burnet sculpt.", signed and inscribed in the center below "To Francis Annesley Esq. / This print is respectfully dedicated by his obedient and humble servant John Burnet. / London. Published by D. Wilkie & L. Burnet November 1, 1809".The Scottish painter and engraver John Burnet moved to London in 1805, where he made a name for himself as an engraver by reproducing the works of the Scottish painter David Wilkie. In 1833, he traveled to Paris to further his education by studying the masterpieces in the Louvre. Keywords: 19th century, Realism, Music, United Kingdom, Size: Laid paper: 41.0 cm x 33.0 cm (16.1 x 13 in), Image: 25.0 cm x 19.8 cm (9.8 x 7.8 in) Condition: In fairly good condition. The paper is discolored due to age. The corners of the sheet are partially torn and creased. The image has been recently restored and appears in excellent condition. There is damage caused by mounting in the center of the lower margin, as well as in the center of the side margins.