Third Bookplate of the Earl of Aylesford

Heneage Finch, 4th Earl of Aylesford British

1777 of after

Not on view

Heneage Finch, 4th earl of Aylesford was an accomplished etcher who admired Piranesi and Rembrandt. After succeeding to the title in 1777, the earl designed and etched bookplates for his own use, with this being an example of the third design out of four that he produced over time. Packington Hall, mentioned in the text below, was the family seat, and the new owner's dedication to learning and classical tradition is suggested by the books, ink-wells, quill pens, and substantial fluted column.

Artwork Details

Title: Third Bookplate of the Earl of Aylesford
Artist: Heneage Finch, 4th Earl of Aylesford (British, Syon House 1751–1812 Great Packington, Warwickshire)
Date: 1777 of after
Medium: Etching
Dimensions: Sheet: 3 1/2 × 3 15/16 in. (8.9 × 10 cm)
Classification: Prints
Credit Line: Gift of Dr. Marilyn Jenkins-Madina, in loving memory of her husband, Professor Maan Z. Madina, 2016
Object Number: 2016.383.1
Curatorial Department: Drawings and Prints

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