W-74-0002
THOMAS BURFORD Hand Colored Mezzotint Engraving, Battle of the Nile 1798
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DETAILS
An antique, English, hand coloured mezzotint print of the historic naval Battle of the Nile in which the British led by Nelson defeated the French. Originally published around 1760-70 with a French title. The French title was later removed and republished as the Battle of the Nile 1798.
PUBLISHER
Robert Sayer (British, 1725–94)
TITLE
2 A Squadron under Sail to form a Line of Battle - Battle of the Nile 1798
FRAMING
Mat and gilt ebonized frame
MAKER
Thomas Burford (British, circa 1710-76)
MARKS
Marked (lower right): T. Burford fecit.
PERIOD
George III (1760-1820) | Late 18th century
DATE
Circa 1798
DIMENSIONS
Width 20.5 Depth 0.75 Height 16.5 inches
Sight: Width 14 Height 10 inches
