Portret van George IV en Frederik van York als kinderen 1779

This mezzotint by Valentine Green, created in 1779, depicts a portrait of George IV and Frederick, Duke of York, as children. The two princes are shown in formal dress, with George IV on the left, wearing a long robe, and Frederick on the right, in a similar, but less elaborate, robe. This artwork, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, is a fine example of the mezzotint style, known for its use of tonal values and subtle gradations of light and shadow. The print's composition and attention to detail showcase Green's skill as a printmaker, capturing the youthful likeness and regal bearing of the future King George IV and his younger brother.