Portrait of David Ricardo 1772-1823 engraved by Thomas Hodgetts

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"Portrait of David Ricardo 1772-1823 engraved by Thomas Hodgetts" is an engraved reproduction of a portrait of the influential British political economist David Ricardo (1772–1823), originally painted by the renowned English portrait painter Thomas Phillips RA (1770–1845). The original painting, which captures the intellectual demeanor of Ricardo, was created during the height of his career as an economist. Thomas Phillips was known for his portraits of prominent figures of his time, which included poets, scientists, and thinkers, contributing to the visual documentation of British cultural and intellectual history.

The engraving by Thomas Hodgetts serves as a testament to the enduring legacy of David Ricardo, whose ideas, such as the theory of comparative advantage and the principles of political economy, have had a profound impact on economic theory. Hodgetts' work allowed for the wider dissemination of Phillips' original portrait, making Ricardo's likeness more accessible to the public and further solidifying his image in the collective memory of the field of economics.

The portrait is characterized by the detailed representation of Ricardo's features, reflecting the typical style of posthumous engravings that aimed to preserve the subject's visage for posterity. The artwork not only serves as a visual representation of Ricardo but also as a historical artifact that reflects the intersection of art and the evolving field of economic thought during the early 19th century.

As an important piece of historical documentation, the engraved portrait holds value for both art historians and economists. It provides insight into the way influential figures were commemorated and celebrated through the medium of engraving, which was a popular method of reproducing and sharing images before the advent of photographic processes.

The "Portrait of David Ricardo 1772-1823 engraved by Thomas Hodgetts" remains an important work for study and appreciation, housed in collections and institutions that value the convergence of art, history, and economic thought.

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