Artwork
William Trumbull
William Trumbull is an ink print by the Baroque artist George Vertue. It dates from 1724 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
This print, created by George Vertue in 1724, is a portrait of William Trumbull rendered in engraving and etching on laid paper.
Subject & Meaning
The portrait depicts a man with curly hair and formal attire, accompanied by a coat of arms featuring the motto 'In Virtute Justitia', or 'In virtue, justice'. The subject's serious expression and ornate clothing suggest a figure of importance.
Technique & Style
The artist employed fine lines to capture the texture of the subject's hair and clothing, characteristic of the detailed linework typical of prints from this period.
Artist & collection
Christopher Wren, Son of the Architect
William Johnston, Marquess of Annandale
Robert Cecil
William Petyt, Keeper of the Records in the Tower
Robert Greville, Lord Brooke
John Browne
John, Lord Carteret
Sir Thomas Isham
Sir Thomas Isham
John Lord Sommers
Thomas Murray
George Jeffreys, Earl of Flint, Viscount Weikham