Portret van Robert Monckton c. 1755 - 1765

"Portret van Robert Monckton" is a mezzotint portrait of British military officer Robert Monckton created by the Irish artist James McArdell in the 1750s. The print, which is now in the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam, depicts Monckton in a formal pose, wearing his military uniform and standing in front of a landscape. The work, typical of McArdell's oeuvre, features fine detailing and a meticulous rendering of texture, creating a striking resemblance to the subject. The mezzotint technique, popular in the 18th century, is evident in the smooth, velvety tones and subtle shading that give the work a characteristically soft and romantic feel.