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Andrew Robinson Stoney-Bowes, 1781 (red & black chalks on paper)
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Andrew Robinson Stoney-Bowes, 1781 (red & black chalks on paper)
1254381 Andrew Robinson Stoney-Bowes, 1781 (red & black chalks on paper) by Downman, John (c.1750-1824); 20.3x16.5 cm; Fitzwilliam Museum, University of Cambridge, UK; (add.info.: Andrew Robinson Stoney, later renamed Andrew Robinson Stoney-Bowes, (1747-1810) was an Anglo-Irish adventurer of Greyfort House, Borrisokane, County Tipperary in Ireland.
He is perhaps best remembered for his marriage to Mary Eleanor Bowes, the Dowager Countess of Strathmore and Kinghorne. She became known as " The Unhappy Countess" due to their tempestuous relationship, which ended in scandal. The story of Stoney-Bowes and the Countess of Strathmore was fictionalized by William Makepeace Thackeray in The Luck of Barry Lyndon. Stanley Kubrick later adapted the novel into the 1975 award-winning film Barry Lyndon.); eFitzwilliam Museum; English, out of copyright
Media ID 22314186
© Fitzwilliam Museum / Bridgeman Images
Adventurer Andrew Anglo Irish Bowes Cheek County Distinguished Flushed Member Of Parliament Robinson Tipperary Typical Stoney
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This portrait captures the enigmatic figure of Andrew Robinson Stoney-Bowes in all his glory. Created by John Downman in 1781, this red and black chalk masterpiece showcases Stoney-Bowes' distinguished profile and traditional Georgian attire. Stoney-Bowes, an Anglo-Irish adventurer hailing from Greyfort House in County Tipperary, Ireland, is best known for his scandalous marriage to Mary Eleanor Bowes, the Dowager Countess of Strathmore and Kinghorne. Their tumultuous relationship earned her the title of "The Unhappy Countess" a tale later fictionalized by William Makepeace Thackeray in The Luck of Barry Lyndon. In this portrait, Stoney-Bowes exudes confidence with a flushed cheek and a typical Irish charm. His oval face is framed by a meticulously styled hairstyle that reflects the fashion trends of the time. As a member of parliament and prominent politician, he carries himself with an air of authority befitting his status. Displayed at the Fitzwilliam Museum at the University of Cambridge in the UK, this artwork offers us a glimpse into both history and artistry. It serves as a reminder not only of Stoney-Bowes' intriguing life but also how his story inspired Stanley Kubrick's award-winning film adaptation, Barry Lyndon. Through this print from Fine Art Finder brought to you by Bridgeman Images, we can appreciate both the skillful craftsmanship behind Downman's work and delve into an era filled with political intrigue and personal drama.
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