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Portrait of Dorothea (oil on canvas)
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Portrait of Dorothea (oil on canvas)
652170 Portrait of Dorothea (oil on canvas) by Gainsborough, Thomas (1727-88); 75.5x63 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Portrait of Dorothea, Lady Eden, half length, Wearing a Blue Dress and Grey Shawl, with an Open Book Beside Her. Thomas Gainsborough (1727-1788). Oil on canvas. 75.5 x 63cm.); Photo eChristies Images; English, out of copyright
Media ID 22795974
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082012upload Arms Crossed Arms Folded British Art British Pictures 1500 1850 Dark Direct Gaze Dorothea Dressed English Art English Artist Facial Expression Famous Person Female Garment Folded Arms Gainsborough Gray Grey Historical Figure Historical Personality Ladyship Looking At Camera Mid 18th Century Mid Eighteenth Century Olden Time Open Book Romantic Art Romantic Era Romanticism Shawl Smile Thomas Gainsborough Titled Person Wearing Woman Alone Apparel Artist British British Artist Portrait Style Portraiture Young Woman
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This portrait by Thomas Gainsborough showcases the elegance and grace of Dorothea, Lady Eden. Painted in the mid-18th century, this oil on canvas masterpiece captures her beauty and sophistication with remarkable detail. Lady Eden is depicted half-length, wearing a stunning blue dress adorned with a grey shawl. Her posture exudes confidence as she sits gracefully with folded arms, her direct gaze inviting viewers into her world. Beside her rests an open book, symbolizing her intellect and love for literature. Gainsborough's skillful brushstrokes bring out every nuance of Lady Eden's features - from the intricate details of her hair to the subtle expression on her face. The dark background adds depth to the composition while emphasizing Lady Eden as the focal point. As one of Britain's most celebrated artists, Gainsborough perfectly captures the essence of his subject in this romantic era portrait. This painting serves as a testament to his mastery of portraiture and his ability to immortalize historical figures through art. Now preserved in a private collection, this print allows us to appreciate Gainsborough's talent and experience firsthand Lady Eden's timeless allure. It is an exquisite example of British art from the 18th century that continues to captivate audiences today.
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