Georgiana / Duchess / Cig Cd
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Georgiana / Duchess / Cig Cd
GEORGIANA SPENCER DUCHESS OF DEVONSHIRE Daughter of 1st Earl Spencer Married 5th Duke of Devonshire
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1757 1806 Devonshire Duchess Georgiana Married Spencer
EDITORS COMMENTS
This striking portrait captures the enigmatic beauty and charisma of Georgiana Spencer, later known as the Duchess of Devonshire, in the year 1806. Born in 1757 as the eldest daughter of the 1st Earl Spencer, Georgiana's life was marked by scandal, love, and political intrigue. At the tender age of 17, she married the 5th Duke of Devonshire, a union that was initially arranged for political reasons but soon became a passionate love match. The Duchess of Devonshire was known for her fashionable style and her love of gambling, which often landed her in scandal. However, she was also a patron of the arts and a champion of the Romantic poets, hosting literary salons at her London home. Her famous "lovers' triangle" with the Duke and the poet Lord Byron added to her scandalous reputation. Despite her wayward ways, Georgiana was deeply loved by her husband and the people of Derbyshire, where the Duke held the title of Duke of Devonshire. In this portrait, she is depicted in a simple yet elegant dress, holding a cigarillo in one hand and a fan in the other. The cigarillo was a fashionable accessory for women of the time, and Georgiana's pose exudes confidence and sophistication. This portrait is a testament to the complex and fascinating life of Georgiana Spencer, Duchess of Devonshire, a woman who defied societal norms and left an indelible mark on history. The image, captured in the year 1806, is a reminder of a time when the personal lives of the aristocracy were just as intriguing and scandalous as they are today.
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