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Portrait of James Harris (1709-80) (engraving)
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Portrait of James Harris (1709-80) (engraving)
819953 Portrait of James Harris (1709-80) (engraving) by Highmore, Joseph (1692-1780) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: James Harris, English politician and grammarian. After Joseph Highmore, engraved by C Bestland. Great lover of music and a friend of Handel and directed concerts and music festivals at Salisbury for nearly fifty years.); Look and Learn / Elgar Collection
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This engraving portrays the esteemed figure of James Harris, a prominent English politician and grammarian of the 18th century. The portrait, created by Joseph Highmore and engraved by C Bestland, showcases Harris in all his intellectual glory. With an air of sophistication and wisdom, he gazes confidently at the viewer. Harris was not only known for his political endeavors but also for his deep passion for music. A great lover of the arts, he forged a close friendship with renowned composer George Frideric Handel. In fact, Harris directed concerts and music festivals in Salisbury for nearly half a century. Dressed in fashionable attire befitting his status, Harris dons a wig that was popular during this era. His three-quarter length pose exudes authority while holding a book symbolizes his scholarly pursuits as well as his contributions to literature. The print captures not only the physical likeness of James Harris but also offers insight into the world he inhabited—a world filled with books and knowledge. This portrait serves as a testament to both his intellectual prowess and cultural influence. Preserved within private collections, this engraving from Fine Art Finder allows us to glimpse into the life of one of history's notable figures—an individual who left an indelible mark on politics, grammar studies, and music during an era defined by its elegance and refinement.
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