Timothy Cole

Timothy Cole was active in the field of printmaking during the late nineteenth century, with documented work spanning the years 1877 to 1898. His known output focuses heavily on the interpretation and reproduction of historical artworks, a specialty reflected in his series devoted to Old English Masters.

Fifteen prints by Cole are represented in museum collections, confirming his sustained artistic practice over two decades. Institutional holdings, including the collection of the Art Institute of Chicago, preserve significant examples of Timothy Cole prints.

His thematic focus often centered on British portraiture and historical subjects. Notable works within the Old English Masters series include the distinguished portraits Duchess of Devonshire and child, Garrick and his wife, and Georgiana, Duchess of Devonshire, as well as the genre study The Shrimp Girl. Another key piece held in collections is The Entombment.

The accessibility of this historical output means that many of these high-quality prints are today frequently found in the public domain, ensuring continued access to Cole’s skilled reproductive work.