THOMAS BETTERTON, London Actor, original antique portrait print 1754

 Mr. THOs BETTERTON

 Engraved for The Universal Magazine of Knowledge and Pleasure

Published London 1754 by John Hinton.  

A copper engraved antique portrait of Thomas Betterton (1635 -1710) the celebrated London actor held in high esteem by Charles II.

 Fine condition other than some very faint patchy browning.

 Printed on hand laid paper, blank verso.

Approx. 8" x 5" (200mm x 120mm) overall.

The Universal Magazine was a popular 18th century illustrated periodical.

  It was established in 1747 by John Hinton and ran until 1799. The fine copper engraved illustrations and maps are widely collected.
 

   A GENUINE ANTIQUE PRINT GUARANTEED OVER 200 YEARS OLD FROM LINDISFARNE PRINTS

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