1740 1779 Collection

Richard II, 1775. Creator: John Hamilton Mortimer (British, 1740-1779)
Richard II, 1775. John Hamilton Mortimer supported the prevailing academic doctrine which located history painting at the top of the hierarchy of subject matter

Desk Set 1830 John Hamilton Mortimer British
Desk Set, c. 1830. John Hamilton Mortimer (British, 1740-1779), and Paul Storr (British, 1771-1844). Hardstones including lapis lazuli, malachite, carnelian, agate

Richard II 1775 John Hamilton Mortimer British
Richard II, 1775. John Hamilton Mortimer (British, 1740-1779). Etching in brown ink; sheet: 57.3 x 40.8 cm (22 9/16 x 16 1/16 in.); image: 34.1 x 28 cm (13 7/16 x 11 in.); platemark

Two Soldiers Child Holding Helmet July 19 1779
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Beaching Fishing Boat Gale April 26 1783 Etching
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Captive Family ca 1783 Etching state letters
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Caliban Prospero Miranda Shakespeare Tempest
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Duke York Twelve Characters Shakespeare March 15
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Banditti Returning November 9 1780 Etching Sheet
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Conversing Captive November 15 1779 Etching Sheet
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Storming Banditti Stronghold 1 1782 Etching Sheet
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Revengeful Monsters January 25 1780 Etching Sheet
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Nebuchadnezzar Recovering Reason October 20 1782
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Soldier Courtship Life Death 1 1781 Etching stipple
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Going Out Morning November 15 1779 Etching Sheet
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Banditti Gambling November 9 1780 Engraving Sheet
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Banditti Taking Post late 18th century Etching
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Packhorse Soldiers June 23 1784 Etching aquatint
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Virgin Teaching St John 1766 Etching Sheet 10 x 12 1 / 16
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Banditti Going Out November 9 1780 Etching Sheet
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Stripping Slain November 15 1779 Etching Plate
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Coke Perkin Cook Tale Chaucer Canterbury Tales
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Banditti Market June 10 1805 Etching Plate 13 3 / 16 x 9 13 / 16
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Enrag d Monster December 8 1778 Etching Plate
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Enjoying Domestic Happiness November 15 1779
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Captive Sterne Sentimental Journey November 1
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Rustick Dancers November 9 1780 Etching Sheet
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Retiring Wounded Battle November 15 1779 Etching
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Fishermen November 9 1780 Etching Sheet 15 1 / 16 x 16 7 / 16
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Going Out Morning 1779 Etching state letters
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Conversing Captive November 15 1779 Etching Plate
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Stripping Slain November 15 1779 Etching Sheet
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Killing Enemy November 15 1779 Etching Sheet
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Woman Toilet March 1 1780 Etching Plate 10 5 / 16 x 9 3 / 8
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Sleeping Monsters January 25 1780 Etching Sheet
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Three Putti Dancing Piper March 1 1780 Etching
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Soldier Death Life 1 1781 Etching aquatint printed
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Frontispiece Fanny Burney Evelina Mr Lovel Bitten
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Bardolph Twelve Characters Shakespeare 20 1775
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Don Quixote Sable Mountains October 20 1782 Etching
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Banditti Market November 9 1780 Engraving Sheet
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Caius Marius Ruins Carthage January 20 1782 Etching
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Oriental Head ca 1803 Lithograph polyautograph
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Three Oriental Heads March 5 1780 Etching Sheet
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Retiring Wounded Battle July 19 1779 Etching
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Shylock Twelve Characters Shakespeare March 15
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"Exploring the Artistic Journey of John Hamilton Mortimer (1740-1779)" Step into the world of renowned British artist, John Hamilton Mortimer, as we delve into his captivating body of work. Born in 1740 and departing this world in 1779, Mortimer's artistic legacy continues to inspire and captivate audiences worldwide. One of his notable creations is "Richard II, " a masterpiece painted in 1775. This evocative piece showcases Mortimer's exceptional talent for capturing human emotions and dramatic scenes with remarkable precision. In addition to painting, Mortimer also ventured into other art forms such as etching. His "Beaching Fishing Boat Gale" from April 26, 1783, portrays the raw power of nature against man's resilience on the open sea. Mortimer's etchings further explore themes like captivity and freedom. In works like "Captive Family" from around 1783, he skillfully depicts the anguish and longing for liberation through intricate details that speak volumes about human suffering. Shakespearean influences can be seen throughout Mortimer's oeuvre. From "Caliban Prospero Miranda Shakespeare Tempest" to "Duke York Twelve Characters Shakespeare, " he masterfully brings these iconic characters to life with his unique artistic vision. The artist also delves into darker subjects with pieces like "Banditti Returning" from November 9, 1780. Through this etching sheet, Mortimer explores the allure and danger associated with criminality during that era. Furthermore, his series of etchings titled "Storming Banditti Stronghold" (1) from January 25th, 1782 sheds light on humanity's capacity for revenge amidst chaos and conflict – a theme that resonates across time periods. As we reflect upon John Hamilton Mortimer’s extraordinary career cut short at just thirty-nine years old; it becomes evident that his contributions have left an indelible mark on the art world.