Matthew Boulton, Esqr.

• 1796
• Engraved by Samuel William Reynolds, English. After a painting by C. F. de Breda, R.A., of Stockholm
  Made in London
• Paper: 14 x 10.25 in.
  Mezzotint on laid paper
• Not on display
• Gift of Fisher Scientific International
• Fisher Collection
• FA 2000.001.049
• No known copyright restrictions

Description

A portrait of a seated Matthew Boulton (1728–1809), a British industrialist and entrepreneur. He is seated in front of a window, holding a magnifying glass and a coin. In the background is a large building.

Inscription

Engraved by S. W. Reynolds, after painting by C. F. de Breda, R.A., of Stockholm & Painter to the King of Sweden
London: Published March 1st, 1796, by S. W. Reynolds