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James McArdell
1729–1765
James McArdell was an Irish mezzotinter and engraver. Born in Dublin, Ireland, he followed his first teacher to London in 1746 and opened up his first print shop there. He produced mostly portraits and is considered the most outstanding mezzotinter of what is known as the Dublin school.
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Portrait of David Nieto
This portrait of David Nieto was printed by James McArdell after a painting by David Esteves, London. David Nieto studied medicine in Padua and initially served as physician, preacher, and rabbinic…