Description
19th-Century Steel Engraving – Queen Margaret – Female Characters in Shakespeare Plays – By John Rogers Herbert and William Henry Mote
This steel engraving of Queen Margaret was published in The Shakespeare Gallery: Containing the Principal Female Characters in the Plays of the Great Poet (1836), edited by Charles Heath(1785–1848). The original artwork was drawn by John Rogers Herbert(1810–1890), a leading English painter and an early influence on the Pre-Raphaelite Brotherhood. The engraving was executed by William Henry Mote(1803–1871), a prominent English engraver known for his detailed portraits and literary subjects.
This engraving exemplifies the refined linework and elegance typical of 19th-century literary prints, capturing Queen Margaret with expressive detail and theatrical presence. It’s a fine piece for collectors of Shakespeareana, Victorian engravings, or historical female portraiture.
Print Details:
• Title: Queen Margaret , from The Shakespeare Gallery: Containing the Principal Female Characters in the Plays of the Great Poet • Published by: Charles Tilt, Fleet Street, London • Engraving Size (image area): 9.75 × 7 inches • Technique: Steel Engraving • Condition: Excellent; sharp impression with full margins. Some light folds on the right. Unframed.
Disclaimer I have conducted thorough research to ensure the accuracy and authenticity of this engraving to the best of my ability. However, it is sold as is, with no guarantees or warranties regarding its provenance or historical attribution.
