John Chantry

John Chantry was a printmaker active across a substantial period spanning 1580 to 1661. His documented output consists primarily of portraiture rendered through the medium of prints, establishing him as a chronicler of prominent English historical and political figures during the late Elizabethan and early Stuart eras.

The known portfolio of John Chantry reflects a focus on distinguished gentry and intellectual subjects. Works attributed to him include portraits of key figures such as John Selden, Jurist and Antiquary, Lady Ferrers, Sir George Wharton, and William Cecill, First Baron Burghley. These pieces often served as illustrative material or standalone prints for private collectors.

Nine of John Chantry's prints are preserved in museum collections, most notably at the National Gallery of Art, which establishes the historical importance and technical caliber of his artistry. Many historical John Chantry prints, having entered the public domain, are today accessible to researchers and the public. The availability of high-quality prints allows for wider appreciation and study of his 17th-century graphic techniques.