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Jervas - Elizabeth and Henrietta Finch J030048
KENWOOD HOUSE, London: The Iveagh Bequest. Lady Elizabeth and Lady Henrietta Finch, ca. 1730-31 by Charles Jervas. Oil on canvas 72 x 56 in. (183 x 142 cm). 88029120. Historic England is the public body that champions and protects England's historic places. © Historic England Archive - please credit: Iveagh Bequest, Kenwood House
Media ID 7406655
Filename: J030048.jpg
Size: 3675 x 4752 (15.9MB)
Date: 13th June 2012
Source: Historic England
Credit: Historic England Photo Library
Copyright Status: Copyrighted Work
Source: English Heritage Images
Owner URL: www.englishheritageimages.com
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This stunning oil on canvas painting, titled "Lady Elizabeth and Lady Henrietta Finch," dates back to the early 18th century and was created by the renowned Irish artist Charles Jervas. The portrait captures the likenesses of Lady Elizabeth Finch, the eldest daughter of the 1st Earl of Nottingham, and her younger sister, Lady Henrietta Finch. The sisters are depicted in elegant Georgian attire, with Lady Elizabeth wearing a rich red gown and Lady Henrietta in a blue dress. Their refined and graceful demeanor exudes the opulence and sophistication of the era. The painting is part of the Iveagh Bequest, a collection of over 2,000 works of art that were bequeathed to the National Trust by the 2nd Earl of Iveagh in 1956. It is now on display at Kenwood House in London, a historic mansion that was once the country retreat of the 1st Earl of Iveagh. The house and its collection are managed by English Heritage, now known as Historic England, and are open to the public for viewing. Charles Jervas was a prominent figure in the Irish artistic scene during the early 18th century. He was known for his portraits of the Irish aristocracy and was a founding member of the Dublin Society for the Encouragement of Arts, Manufactures and Commerce. This painting is a testament to his skill as a painter and his ability to capture the essence of his subjects. The intricate details of the sisters' clothing, the delicate folds of their fabric, and the subtle expressions on their faces all contribute to the painting's beauty and historical significance.
