Smith, John: A catalogue raisonné of the works of the most eminent Dutch, Flemish, and French painters: in which is included a short biographical notice of the artists, with a copious description of their principal pictures : a statement of the prices at which such pictures have been sold at public sales on the continent and in England; a reference the the galleries and private collections in which a large portion are at present; and the names of the artists by whom they have been engraved; to which is added, a brief notice of the scholars & imitators of the great masters of the above schools (Band 9): Supplement (London: Smith and Son, 1842)

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140. Portrait of a Gentleman, about fifty years of age, of
a portly countenance, seen in a three-quarter view. He lias
short smooth hair, a pointed beard, and mustachios; and is
habited in a black figured silk robe and a vest, buttoned up
close to the neck, relieved by a plain white collar. Engraved
by Zucchi.
2 st. 5 by 2 st. 5.—P.
In the Public Gallery at Dresden.

141. Portrait of a Lady about thirty-five years of age,
represented in a three-quarter view, attired in a black silk dress,
with a rich point lace collar round the neck and bosom,
a double row of pearls suspended in front, and attached to
the shoulder, and a string of the same jewels adorning the neck.
The head also is embellished with a lace veil and pearls.
Engraved by Zucchi.
2#7byl/t 101—P.
In the Public Gallery at Dresden.

142. Whole-length Portraits of the Artist’s two eldest
Sons in one picture. See description, No. 259, Vol. n.; and
read, “ Engraved also by Danzel, and by G. F. Muller.11
The latter took his print from the picture in the Lichten-
stein Collection.
143. A Magdalen. In this composition the penitent has
nearly disrobed herself, and is in the act of tearing her long
ssowing hair. She appears to be kneeling at the side of a
bank. Half-length figure. Etched anonymous. Described
from the print.
144. Portrait of Maria, consort of Ferdinand the Third,
when about forty years of age, seen in nearly a front view.
Her hair is arranged in rows of formal curls, encompassing