Lot 1248: Charles Townley (1746-1800), after John Opie R.A.

Charles Townley (1746-1800), after John Opie R.A.
Dr Samuel Johnson
inscribed in title area 'Opie/Dr Johnson/Townly' in pencil
mezzotint on laid paper, proof before title, with narrow margins
unframed
S. 15¼ x 11¼in. (38.7 x 28.7cm.)

Chaloner Smith 11
Russell 11

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This very fine and rare mezzotint of Dr Johnson by Charles Townley is one of only a small number known to exist, the plate having been destroyd after these impressions we taken