Portret van Archibald Douglas 1770

This mezzotint, created in 1770 by British artist Valentine Green, depicts Archibald Douglas, the Duke of Queensberry and Dover. The artwork is a formal portrait, featuring the duke prominently in an oval frame. A woman holding scales of justice, symbolizing the law, presides over the scene. Green, renowned for his mastery of the mezzotint technique, utilizes deep shadows and highlights, creating a dramatic and engaging composition. The piece, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, offers a glimpse into the style and sensibilities of 18th-century British portraiture.