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Martin Folkes Esqr.

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A half-length seated portrait of Martin Folkes (1690–1754), English mathematician and president of the Royal Society.

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  • 13.25 in. H x 9.25 in. W
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  • (Below portrait right) "Wm. Hogarth Pinx. et Sculpt."
  • (Bottom center) "Martin Folkes, Esqr."
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  • Courtesy of Science History Institute

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Hogarth, William. “Martin Folkes Esqr.” Wove paper, paper (fiber product), n.d. Science History Institute. Philadelphia. https://digital.sciencehistory.org/works/f7623c599.

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