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SEBASTIEN de VAUBAN (1633-1707). French military engineer. Mezzotint, French, c1700, after a painting by Francois de Troy

ENOCH COBB WINES (1806-1879). American prison reformer. Mezzotint by John Sartain

MARGARET WOFFINGTON (c1714-1760). Known as Peg. Irish actress. As Mrs. Ford in Shakespeares Merry Wives of Windsor. Mezzotint, 1751

VICTOR EMMANUEL II (1820-1878). King of Sardinia-Piedmont, 1849-1861, and King of Italy, 1861-1878. Mezzotint, 19th century, by John Sartain

QUEEN VICTORIA & FAMILY. Queen Victoria (1819-1901) and her family: mezzotint by John Sartain after the painting, 1848, by Franz Xaver Winterhalter

WILLIAM I (1533-1584). William the Silent. Stadholder of Dutch Republic (1579-1584). Mezzotint, 19th century, after a painting by Antonio Moro

HENRY WILSON (1812-1875). Ne Jeremiah Jones Colbath. American politician. Mezzotint by George Perine after a photograph by Mathew Brady, 19th century

WILLIAM ALMON WHEELER (1819-1887). American politician. Mezzotint, 1876

JOHN WYCLIFFE (1320?-1384). English religious reformer and theologian. The citation of Wycliffe before a synod at Oxford, England, 1382. Mezzotint, 19th century, by John Sartain

DUCHESSE DU MAINE (1676-1753). Anne-Louise-Benedicte de Bourbon-Conde, duchesse du Maine. Bavarian princess of the House of Bourbon. Mezzotint, 19th century

PYTHAGORAS (c580-c500 B. C. ). Greek philosopher and mathematician. Mezzotint, 19th century
PYTHAGORAS (c580-c500 B.C.). Greek philosopher and mathematician. Mezzotint, 19th century, after an ancient bust

RODERICK MURCHISON (1792-1871). Sir Roderick Impey Murchison. Scottish geologist. Mezzotint, American, mid-19th century

CLEMENS METTERNICH (1773-1859). Austrian statesman and diplomat. Mezzotint after a painting by Sir Thomas Lawrence

MOHAMMAD SHAH (1810-1848). Shah of Persia (1834-1848). Mezzotint, c1848, by John Sartain

GRIGORI POTEMKIN (1739-1791). Russian statesman. Mezzotint, English, 1792

PETER I (1672-1725). Czar of Russia, 1682-1725. Peter the Great Crossing the Neva River. Mezzotint, American, 19th century

JAMES OLIVER (1823-1908). American industrialist. Mezzotint

HENRY PURCELL (1659-1695). English composer. Mezzotint, 19th century, by George Zobel after Johann Closterman

THOMAS BABINGTON MACAULAY (1800-1859). 1st Baron Macaulay. English writer and politician: mezzotint after a painting by E.U. Eddis

NATIONAL ANTHEM, c1861. American children being taught The Star Spangled Banner at the piano. Mezzotint, c1861

COUNTESS OF ELGINTON, 1777. Messotint after a painting by Sir Joshua Reynolds, 1777

JOHN GEORGE LAMBTON (1792-1840). 1st Earl of Durham. English statesman and Lord High Commisioner of Canada. Mezzotint, 1831, after a painting by Sir Thomas Lawrence

SHAKESPEARE: RICHARD III. English actor David Garrick (1717-1779) in the title role of William Shakespeares Richard III. Mezzotint, 1825

LEOPOLD II (1747-1792). Holy Roman emperor, 1790-1792. Mezzotint, French, late 18th century

SAMUEL JOHNSON (1709-1784). English man of letters. A Literary Party at Sir Joshua Reynolds s. Mezzotint, 1858, by John Sartain, after a painting by James William Edmund Doyle

JAMES LENOX (1800-1880). American bibliophile and philanthropist. Mezzotint, American, 19th century

KAMEHAMEHA III (1813-1854). King of the Hawaiian Islands, 1825-1854. Mezzotint, 19th century

LAJOS KOSSUTH (1802-1894). Hungarian patriot and statesman. Mezzotint, 1849

CAROLUS LINNEAUS (1707-1778). Swedish botanist. At age 25, in Lapland dress. Mezzotint, English, 1805

DAVID GARRICK (1717-1779). English actor, producer, and dramatist. Contemporary mezzotint by James MacArdell after a painting, 1751, by Jean Etienne Liotard

LADY GODIVA, 11th CENTURY. Wife of Leofric, Earl of Mercia. Anglo-Saxon gentlewoman, patron of the arts, equestrienne, and tax protester. Mezzotint, c1874

EMPRESS EUGENIE OF FRANCE (1826-1920): mezzotint, 1859, by John Sartain after Franz Xavier Winterhalter

JOHN FRANKLIN (1786-1847). English naval officer and arctic explorer. Mezzotint, 19th century

THOMAS GAGE (1721-1787). English general and colonial governor in America. A Political Lesson : an English mezzotint cartoon of 1774 suggesting Gages difficulties in suppressing popular opposition to

THEODORE FRELINGHUYSEN (1787-1862). American politician and educator. American mezzotint, 1845, after a daguerreotype

CHARLES D EON DE BEAUMONT (1728-1810). French secret agent and transvestite. Mezzotint, 1771, after a painting by Huquier

BENJAMIN FRANKLIN (1706-1799). American printer, publisher, scientist, inventor, statesman and diplomat. Franklin, assisted by his son William

GALILEO GALILEI (1564-1642). Mezzotint by Samuel Sartain, 1852

PRESTON SMITH BROOKS (1819-1857). American Democratic Congressman from South Carolina. Mezzotint, c1857

SIR JOHN COKE (1563-1644). Secretary of State to King Charles I of England. Mezzotint, 1813, by Robert Dunkarton

RUFUS CHOATE (1799-1859). American lawyer. Mezzotint, American, 1859

GEORGE CANNING (1770-1827). English statesman. Mezzotint after Sir Thomas Lawrence

FREDERICK BULL (d. 1784). Lord mayor of London, 1773. Mezzotint, English, 1780

JAMES BRUCE (1811-1863). English diplomat and Governor General of Canada 1847-54

OLIVER CROMWELL (1599-1658). English soldier and statesman. Mezzotint, English, 1750, after a painting of 1653 by Sir Peter Lely

OLIVER CROMWELL (1599-1658). Lord Protector of England, 1653-1658. Mezzotint, 19th century, after the painting by J. Schrader

CAMILLO BENSO CAVOUR (1810-1861). Conte di Camillo Benso Cavour. Italian Statesman. Mezzotint, 1860, by John Sartain

ANNE BRACEGIRDLE (c1666 or 1673-1748). English actress. Anne Bracegirdle as an Indian Queen: mezzotint, 18th century

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Mezzotint: A Window into History's Vibrant Moments Step back in time and immerse yourself in the captivating world of mezzotint, a technique that beautifully captures pivotal moments throughout history. From the courageous acts of Laodicea Dicey Langston protecting her father during the American Revolution to Monsieur de St. George's intriguing encounter on April 4, 1788, these intricate engravings transport us to bygone eras. Intriguingly, we witness Chaplain Jacob Duche leading the first prayer in the Continental Congress, an iconic moment symbolizing unity and faith amidst turbulent times. Meanwhile, Castle Neuschwanstein stands tall as a testament to architectural grandeur during the late 1800s and early 1900s. The dramatic scene depicting 'The Death of Mark Antony' from Shakespeare's Antony and Cleopatra (Act 4, Scene 15) brings forth emotions that transcend centuries. Sir Francis Grant's masterpiece 'The Melton Breakfast' invites us into an opulent gathering where elegance meets camaraderie. Delving deeper into political satire, Thomas Gage faces challenges suppressing popular opposition to the Boston Port Bill in a thought-provoking mezzotint cartoon from 1774. The fierce battle between Plesiosaurus and Temnodontosaurus showcases nature's raw power through meticulous engraving techniques. Notable figures like John Cassin and Thomas Truxtun come alive through Charles Balthazar Julien Fevret de Saint-Memin's skilled handiwork. Their portraits immortalize their contributions to science and naval warfare respectively. Lastly, Shakespearean enthusiasts will revel in November 1857’s rendition of 'A Midsummer Night’s Dream' (Act 4, Scene1), transporting us into a whimsical realm filled with love potions and mischievous fairies. Through these diverse subjects captured within mezzotint, we are reminded of the intricate tapestry that history weaves.