Robert Dunkarton: A Mezzotint Master of Regency Portraiture Born in London in 1744, Robert Dunkarton emerged as a significant figure within the bustling artistic landscape of 18th-century England, primarily recognized for his skill as a mezzotint engraver. His career, spanning nearly half a century until his death in 1811, was marked by a dedication to capturing the elegance and social standing of his era through meticulously rendered portraits. Dunkarton’s work wasn't simply about replicating likeness; he possessed an innate ability to imbue his subjects with personality and a sense of time…