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Joseph Samuel Webster
A Master of Lines: The Engraved Portraits of Joseph Samuel Webster Joseph Samuel Webster, a name perhaps less immediately recognizable than many of his contemporaries, nevertheless occupies a crucial position in the landscape of 18th-century British engraving. Born into an era captivated by portraiture and burgeoning print culture, Webster dedicated his career to meticulously translating the likenesses of prominent figures onto copper
plates, ensuring their wider dissemination and enduring legacy. While biographical details remain frustratingly sparse – dates of birth and death bookending a largely undocumented life – his surviving work speaks volumes about his skill, sensitivity, and the artistic currents that shaped his practice. Webster’s career flourished during a period when engraving wasn't merely reproductive; it was an art form in its own right, demanding bo…