Portret van Lionel Sackville 1750

This mezzotint portrait, titled "Portret van Lionel Sackville", is a work by Irish artist James McArdell, created in 1750. The piece, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, depicts Lionel Cranfield Sackville, Duke of Dorset, in a three-quarter profile view. McArdell was renowned for his skill in mezzotint, a printing technique that captures subtle tonal gradations and textures, resulting in a rich and atmospheric depiction of Sackville, who is shown in full regalia. The artwork captures the formality of the time, with the subject's intricate clothing and serious expression highlighting his status and authority as a nobleman. The inscription below the portrait details his many titles and achievements, further emphasizing his prominence.