early life and career niccolo schiavonetti (engraver), an italian engraver, was born in venice in 1765. he was active in england from 1795 until his death in 1813. schiavonetti's work is highly regarded for its technical proficiency and artistic merit. collaborations and notable works schiavonetti worked with many prominent artists of his time, including thomas phillips. one of their notable collaborations was a portrait of sir joseph…