Mr William Penkethman Sworn Comedian to ye Queen of Great Britain. Mezzotint engraving by John Smith 1652-1743 after Johann Rudolf Shmutz 1670-1715. Good early impression on laid paper Circa.1709. 24.5 by 34.5 cms pl. 25.8 by 35.5 cms. Sheet.
William Penkethman known as Pinkey Ca.1660-1725. Was a celebrated English comic actor, low comedian, impresario and theatre manager. Known for performing his act whilst riding a donkey. He founded Theatres at Greenwich and Richmond.