Dood van de Graaf van Chatham 1791

"The Death of the Earl of Chatham" is a 1791 stipple engraving by Francesco Bartolozzi, a renowned Italian artist, known for his mastery of this technique. Depicting the death of William Pitt, 1st Earl of Chatham, the image is a dramatic representation of the scene in the House of Lords. The print captures a moment of profound sorrow as the Earl's colleagues and peers surround his lifeless body. The detailed rendering of the figures and their expressions gives a sense of grief and solemnity, reflecting the impact of the Earl's demise on British society. The engraving's large scale further contributes to the impact of the subject matter, emphasizing the historical importance of the event it portrays.