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The Honble James Annesley Esq, engraved by John Brooks, c. 1746-56 (mezzotint)
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The Honble James Annesley Esq, engraved by John Brooks, c. 1746-56 (mezzotint)
XJF373204 The Honble James Annesley Esq, engraved by John Brooks, c.1746-56 (mezzotint) by Stevens, Justin (fl.1743-d.1771) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: James Annesley (1715-60) Irishman who was the inspiration for the novel Kidnapped by Robert Louis Stevenson; he also had a claim to the Earldom of Anglesey; he was kidnapped as a boy and shipped to the Americas where he was sold as an indentured servant, all on the orders of his uncle; ); Irish, out of copyright
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The Honble James Annesley Esq - A Captivating Portrait of Resilience and Betrayal
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. This mezzotint print, engraved by John Brooks around 1746-56, unveils the enigmatic figure of The Honble James Annesley Esq. With a piercing gaze and an air of melancholy, Annesley's portrait tells a tale of both resilience and betrayal. Born in Ireland in 1715, Annesley's life took a dramatic turn when he became the inspiration for Robert Louis Stevenson's renowned novel Kidnapped. However, his story goes far beyond fiction. As this striking image suggests, Annesley was not only a victim but also a survivor. The young Irishman had more than just literary fame to his name; he held a legitimate claim to the Earldom of Anglesey. Yet fate dealt him an unjust hand when he was kidnapped as a boy on the orders of his own uncle. Transported across the Atlantic Ocean to America, he endured unimaginable hardships as an indentured servant. In this portrait, we witness Annesley adorned in an elegant wig and holding a book—a symbol perhaps representing knowledge or escape from his tumultuous past. The oval framing adds an intimate touch to this half-length depiction that captures both vulnerability and strength. As we delve into this historical artwork from Fine Art Finder's private collection, let us remember James Annesley as more than just another kidnap victim; let us honor him
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