© National Portrait Gallery, London
Prince Eugène of Savoy
by John Simon, after David Richter I, published by Edward Cooper Click on the links below to find out more
mezzotint, early 18th century
13 1/2 in. x 10 1/4 in. (342 mm x 260 mm) paper size
Given by the daughter of compiler William Fleming MD, Mary Elizabeth Stopford (née Fleming), 1931
- Edward Cooper (died 1725), Printseller. Artist associated with 169 portraits, Sitter in 3 portraits.
- David Richter I (1662-1735). Artist associated with 2 portraits.
- John Simon (1675-1751), Mezzotint engraver. Artist associated with 213 portraits.
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