King Alfred (‘The Great’) (Wantage 846/9 – 899)
George Vertue (London 1684 - London 1756)
Category
Art / Prints
Date
1732
Materials
Paper, Wood
Measurements
14 x 10.5 in
Collection
The King's Head, Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire
NT 445306
Summary
Print, line engraving, King Alfred (‘The Great’) (Wantage 846/9 – 899) by George Vertue (London 1684 - London 1756). 1732.An engraving of King Alfred the Great, head and shoulders in a medallion on a table surrounded by books, crown, dividers and a lyre; curtain behind; tablecloth shows scenes of a military camp and a battle. Inscribed 'Desig. et Sculp. G. Vertue'. Wooden frame.
Marks and inscriptions
Desig. et Sculp. G. Vertue
Makers and roles
George Vertue (London 1684 - London 1756), artist