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Lady Violet Astor
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Lady Violet Astor
Violet Astor, Lady Astor of Hever (n饠 Elliot-Murray-Kynynmound) DStJ (28 May 18893 January 1965), daughter of the 4th Earl of Minto and the wife of John Jacob Astor, 1st Baron Astor of Hever. Her first husband, Lord Charles Mercer Nairne Fitz-Maurice was killed in action in October 1914. She married the youngest son of Lord Astor in 1916. Date: 1917
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In this evocative portrait, Lady Violet Astor, née Elliot-Murray-Kynynmound (1889-1965), is depicted in the height of Edwardian elegance. The daughter of the 4th Earl of Minto, she was first married to Lord Charles Mercer Nairne Fitz-Maurice, but tragedy struck when he was killed in action during the First World War in October 1914. Two years later, in 1916, Lady Violet married the youngest son of the wealthy American industrialist, John Jacob Astor, becoming the Countess of Hever and Lady Astor. This portrait, taken in 1917, captures Lady Astor's refined beauty and poise. Her delicate features are accentuated by her elaborate hairstyle, adorned with pearls and feathers, and her elegant gown, adorned with intricate beading and lace. The muted color palette of the portrait adds to the sense of timelessness and sophistication. Lady Astor's story is a testament to the aristocratic world of the early 20th century, a world of wealth, power, and privilege. Her marriage to the Astor family brought her into the upper echelons of British society, and she went on to become a prominent figure in London's social scene. This portrait serves as a reminder of a bygone era, a time when the lives of the aristocracy were shaped by tradition, duty, and the uncertainties of war. The portrait also speaks to the resilience and strength of Lady Astor, who faced the loss of her first husband and the challenges of a new marriage with grace and dignity. Her story continues to captivate us today, a testament to the enduring allure of the aristocratic world and the indomitable spirit of its members.
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