Marcellus (the Younger) Laroon - Artist Info

About Marcellus (the Younger) Laroon

  • Biography

    James MacArdell was a celebrated mezzotint engraver of the 18th century.

    He was born in Cow Lane, Dublin (now Greek Street) and was sought after by many eminent artists of his time, including Sir Joshua Reynolds. Reynolds famously said of MacArdell, "By this man I shall be immortalized."

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