Portret van John Prideaux Bassett met zijn hond 1754 - 1756

"Portret van John Prideaux Bassett met zijn hond" is a portrait print by John (II) Faber, created between 1754 and 1756. The artwork depicts a young John Prideaux Bassett, standing in an outdoor setting with a dog by his side. Bassett holds a hat adorned with a feathered plume, which was a popular accessory in the 18th century. Faber’s etching, created shortly before his death in 1756, captures the youthful subject’s refined dress and features in meticulous detail. The composition is characteristic of portraiture of the period, emphasizing the subject's social status through their clothing and surroundings.