Christian Friedrich Zincke Collection

The writer and philosopher Joseph Addison, 18th century. Creator: Christian Friedrich Zincke
The writer and philosopher Joseph Addison, 18th century

Christian Friedrich Zincke, German miniaturist (etching)
3638174 Christian Friedrich Zincke, German miniaturist (etching) by Bretherton, James (c.1730-1806); Private Collection; (add.info.: Christian Friedrich Zincke (c1683-1767)

Portrait of a Man, c. 1735. Creator: Christian Friedrich Zincke (German, 1683 / 85-1767)
Portrait of a Man, c. 1735

Georg II, (1933). Creator: Unknown
Georg II, (1933). Portrait of George II (1683-1760), King of Great Britain and Ireland, Duke of Brunswick-Lü neburg (Hanover) and a prince-elector of the Holy Roman Empire

Robert Walpole, (1933). Creator: Unknown
Robert Walpole, (1933). Portrait of Sir Robert Walpole, 1st Earl of Orford (1676-1745). Although the title was never used to refer to him at the time

Georg Friedrich Handel, (1933). Creator: Unknown
Georg Friedrich Ha ndel, (1933). Portrait of German-born British Baroque composer George Frideric Handel (1685-1759) who lived much of his life in England, where he composed his masterpiece

Christian Frederick Zincke, 1752. Artist: William Hoare
Christian Frederick Zincke, 1752. Zincke (c1684-1767), painter of miniatures in enamels. From The Connoisseur Volume LXXXIII, edited by C. Reginald Grundy. [The Connoisseur Ltd, London, 1929]

Group of portraits, late 17th - early 18th century (1906). Top: Sarah Jennings, Duchess of Marlborough; top left: Lady Katherine Hyde, Duchess of Queensberry; top right: John, Duke of Montagu

Group of royal portraits, late 17th - early 18th century (1906). Queen Anne (enamel by C Boit, 1713), William III (portion of miniature), Mary II (enamel by CF Zincke), George I (by Bernard Lens)

Sir Thomas Coke Baron Lovell Vicount Coke Earl Of Leicester
Sir Thomas Coke, Earl of Leicester, 1697 - 1759. English patron of the arts. During his travels he bought Leonardo da Vinci's Codex Leicester, which is named after him. From a print by W

Christian Friedrich Zincke Joseph Addison author
Christian Friedrich Zincke, Joseph Addison, author and philosopher Joseph Addison, painting, 18th century, Enamel, Frame in gilded bronze, Height, 10.2 cm (4 inches), Width, 8.4 cm (3.3 inches)

Anna Princess Hanover 1709-59 Wife William IV
Anna, Princess of Hanover (1709-59), Wife of William IV, Prince of Orange-Nassau, Portrait of Anna, Prince of Orange -Nassau. Half-way, to the left, the face turned to the viewer

Portrait Young Man Enamel Oval 1 3 / 4 x 1 3 / 8
Artokoloro

Richard Abell 1724 Enamel Oval 1 3 / 4 x 1 3 / 8
Artokoloro

Mrs Vanderbank ca 1730 Enamel Oval 1 3 / 8 x 1 1 / 2
Artokoloro

Caroline Wilhelmina of Brandenburg-Anspach, 1683-1737, wife of George II, king of England, Christian Friedrich Zincke, 1720 - 1737, Portrait miniature

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Christian Friedrich Zincke, a renowned German miniaturist known for his exquisite etchings, left an indelible mark on the world of portraiture. One of his notable works is the captivating "Portrait of a Man" created around 1735. With meticulous attention to detail, Zincke masterfully captures the essence and character of his subjects. In addition to this masterpiece, Zincke's talent was also evident in other portraits like "Georg II, " "Robert Walpole, " and "Georg Friedrich Handel. " These anonymous creations from 1933 showcase Zincke's ability to immortalize prominent figures with grace and elegance. Another remarkable piece attributed to the portrait of himself titled "Christian Frederick Zincke" painted by William Hoare in 1752. This self-portrait exemplifies both artistic skill and self-reflection as it reveals glimpses into the artist's own persona. Zincke's influence extended beyond individual portraits as seen in group compositions such as "Group of Portraits" from the late 17th - early 18th century (1906) and "Group of Royal Portraits. " Through these collective depictions, he captured not only individual likenesses but also conveyed social dynamics within aristocratic circles. Among his most celebrated works is the striking portrait of John Churchill, 1st Duke of Marlborough dating back to 1715. In this particular piece, Zincke showcases his ability to capture not only physical features but also convey emotions that resonate with viewers even centuries later. Zincke's artistry was not limited solely to nobility; he also depicted influential intellectuals like Joseph Addison, an esteemed author during that era. Furthermore, he portrayed Anna Princess Hanover (1709-59), wife of William IV – showcasing his versatility across different spheres. Christian Friedrich Zinke’s legacy lives on through these mesmerizing portraits, which continue to captivate art enthusiasts worldwide.