Portret van William Nelson Gardiner, prentmaker en boekverkoper te Londen c. 1809 - 1825

This anonymous engraving from the early 19th century depicts William Nelson Gardiner, a London engraver and bookseller, in profile. The portrait is enclosed within an oval frame and features a simple, elegant style, typical of portraiture during this period. The text beneath the portrait identifies Gardiner's profession and the date of his death. The inscription “Must the Pen” hints at a possible connection to literature or journalism, adding intrigue to this otherwise unidentified artwork. The small size of the print suggests it may have been intended for personal use or as part of a collection of portraits.