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Portrait of Martha Ray (c. 1745-1779), seated three-quarter-length
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Portrait of Martha Ray (c. 1745-1779), seated three-quarter-length
824168 Portrait of Martha Ray (c.1745-1779), seated three-quarter-length, in a Pink Dress with a Blue Sash, holding a Musical Score, in a Landscape, 1777 (oil on canvas) by Dance-Holland, Nathaniel (1734-1811); 127x101.6 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Portrait of Martha Ray (c.1745-1779), seated three-quarter-length, in a Pink Dress with a Blue Sash, holding a Musical Score, in a Landscape. Nathaniel Dance-Holland (1735-1811). Oil on canvas. Dated 1777. 127 x 101.6cm. The sitter was the mistress of John Montagu, 4th Earl of Sandwich. On 7 April 1779 she was shot and killed by a besotted admirer.); Photo eChristies Images; English, out of copyright
Media ID 22524312
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1770s 1777 Arm Resting British Art British Pictures 1500 1850 English Art English Artist English Pictures Female Garment Foot Of Tree Late 18th Century Late Eighteenth Century Leaning On Elbow Looking Up Mistress Music Equipment Music Score Musical Score Nathaniel Pink Plant Part Relationship Sash Score Sheet Music Singer Tree Trunk Treetrunk Using Hands Woman Alone 19th Century Painting Artist British British Artist Dance Holland Ethnic Origin Nathaniel Dance Nathaniel Dance Holland Portrait Style Portraiture
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This portrait, titled "Portrait of Martha Ray" captures the beauty and elegance of a woman named Martha Ray. Painted by Nathaniel Dance-Holland in 1777, this oil on canvas artwork showcases Martha seated three-quarter-length in a stunning pink dress adorned with a blue sash. Holding a musical score, she exudes an air of sophistication and talent. The landscape background adds depth to the composition, creating a picturesque setting for this enchanting portrait. Standing at 127x101.6 cm, it is evident that every detail has been meticulously crafted by the artist. Martha Ray's story is both tragic and intriguing. She was known as the mistress of John Montagu, 4th Earl of Sandwich during her lifetime. However, her life came to an untimely end when she was shot and killed by an obsessed admirer on April 7th, 1779. This print from Fine Art Finder allows us to appreciate Dance-Holland's artistic skill and his ability to capture not only Martha's physical appearance but also her inner essence. The soft colors and delicate brushstrokes bring out her gracefulness while highlighting her love for music. As we gaze upon this portrait, we are transported back in time to witness the beauty and tragedy that surrounded Martha Ray's life. It serves as a reminder of the power art holds in immortalizing individuals through their stories captured on canvas.
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