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Charlotte Mercier (no title)
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Charlotte Mercier (no title)

Date1756
Engraver James McArdell
After work by Philippe Mercier (1689 - 1760)
OriginEngland, London
MediumMezzotint engraving
DimensionsOH: 13 1/4" x OW: 9 1/4"; Plate H: 13" x W: 9"
Credit LineMuseum Purchase
Object number1967-419
DescriptionThe lower margin reads: "P. Mercier Pinx.t/ J. M.cArdell fecit./ Publish'd according to Act of Parliam.t 1756, & Sold at the Golden head in Covent Garden."
Label TextPrint of Charlotte Mercier, daughter of Philippe (Philip) Mercier, the painter of the original canvas. She is shown facing front, dressed in a fine gown with ribbons on the bodice, a cap with pearl decoration, and a ruffle around her neck. She plays a cup and ball game, known as a bilbo catcher.