Sr. George Bridges Rodney, Rear Admiral of the Blue 1780

This 1780 engraving, created by an anonymous artist, depicts Sir George Bridges Rodney, a prominent figure in the British Royal Navy. Rodney, who was appointed Rear Admiral of the Blue in 1780, is shown in full dress uniform, standing with his right hand resting on a railing. The image's inscription reveals that the print was commissioned by R. Sayer and J. Bennett, prominent London publishers who specialized in portraits and maps. This engraved portrait serves as a visual representation of the powerful, influential figure of Admiral Rodney.