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Larkin - Diana Cecil J920334
KENWOOD HOUSE, SUFFOLK COLLECTION, London. " Diana Cecil, Countess of Oxford" by William LARKIN (died 1619). Historic England is the public body that champions and protects England's historic places. © Historic England
Media ID 556334
Filename: J920334.jpg
Size: 3199 x 5462 (20.7MB)
Date: 21st September 2007
Source: Historic England
Credit: Historic England Photo Library
Source: English Heritage Images
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This exquisite portrait captures the elegance and refinement of Diana Cecil, Countess of Oxford, as painted by the renowned English artist William Larkin in the early 17th century. The portrait, titled "Diana Cecil, Countess of Oxford," is part of the Suffolk Collection housed at Kenwood House in London, managed by Historic England. Diana Cecil (1566-1618) was the eldest daughter of Thomas Cecil, 1st Earl of Exeter, and his wife Mary, Countess of Exeter. She married Edward de Vere, 17th Earl of Oxford, in 1581, and the portrait was likely painted several years into their marriage. The intricate lace collar and cuffs that adorn Diana's neck and wrists were a symbol of her wealth and status. William Larkin was a prominent painter of the English Renaissance, known for his portraits of the aristocracy. His skillful use of color and light in this portrait brings Diana's features to life, capturing the subtle nuances of her expression and the delicate texture of her clothing. The intricate lace collar and cuffs, as well as the rich fabrics of her gown, are rendered with remarkable detail, showcasing Larkin's mastery of the medium. The portrait offers a glimpse into the opulence and grandeur of the Tudor and Jacobean courts, where such intricately detailed portraits were a sign of wealth and status. Today, it remains an important work of art in the Suffolk Collection at Kenwood House, a testament to the artistic achievements of the period and the enduring beauty of the subjects it depicts.
