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George Vertue

George Vertue (1684–1756) was a British printmaker, antiquarian and independent publisher.

Also recorded as George Virtue; Vertue; G. Vertue; Mr. Vertue; Virtue.

George Vertue in brief

Born
1684
Died
1756
Known for
printmaker, antiquarian, independent publisher, copper engraver, draftsperson and art historian
Place of birth
St Martin-in-the-Fields
Contents

Overview

Born at St Martin-in-the-Fields in 1684, died at London in 1756.

In detail

training under Michael Vandergucht is recorded. the recorded working language is English.

Places of work recorded in the authority are Greater London.

Work by George Vertue is recorded in the collections of Museum Boijmans Van Beuningen, Minneapolis Institute of Art, Finnish National Gallery, National Gallery of Victoria and Musée de la civilisation.

Distinctions recorded are Fellow of the Society of Antiquaries.

Sources

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  1. 1.

    “George Vertue”, English Wikipedia, consulted as further reading

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  2. 2.

    Wikidata, structured authority record Q930477: George Vertue

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