Who created "Georgiana, Duchess of Devonshire"?

Georgiana, Duchess of Devonshire was created by Gainsborough Dupont in c. 1787/1796.

When was "Georgiana, Duchess of Devonshire" created?

This artwork was created c. 1787/1796.

What medium is "Georgiana, Duchess of Devonshire"?

Georgiana, Duchess of Devonshire is oil on canvas.

Is "Georgiana, Duchess of Devonshire" in the public domain?

Yes, Georgiana, Duchess of Devonshire is in the public domain and available for free download under CC0 license.

Georgiana, Duchess of Devonshire

Gainsborough Dupont

c. 1787/1796

Medium

oil on canvas

Dimensions

overall: 59.1 x 39.9 cm (23 1/4 x 15 11/16 in.) framed: 77.2 x 57.2 x 6.4 cm (30 3/8 x 22 1/2 x 2 1/2 in.)

Classification

Painting

Department

CAB

Museum

National Gallery of Art, Washington, D.C.

Credit

Ailsa Mellon Bruce Collection

Accession Number

1970.17.119

Art Historical Context

Behold the elegant portrait *Georgiana, Duchess of Devon* by Gainsborough Dupont, painted around 1787–1796 in oil on canvas. This intimate work, measuring just 59.1 x 39.9 cm, captures the renowned British aristocrat during her prime as a society icon. Dupont, nephew and favored pupil of the celebrated Thomas Gainsborough, channeled his uncle's refined Rococo-influenced style, evident in the loose, fluid brushwork and graceful pose that flatter the sitter's poise and beauty. Georgiana Cavendish (1757–1806), sixth Duchess of Devonshire, was more than a muse—she was a political powerhouse, fash...

Georgiana, Duchess of Devonshire

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