Jane, Countess of Harrington, 1780. Creator: Valentine Green

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Jane, Countess of Harrington, 1780. Creator: Valentine Green

Jane, Countess of Harrington, 1780

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This exquisite mezzotint print, created by the renowned artist Valentine Green in 1780, captures the elegant and refined countenance of Jane, Countess of Harrington (née Jane Fleming, later Stanhope). The aristocratic woman is depicted in grand style, standing gracefully in a garden setting, surrounded by lush greenery and the beauty of nature. The Countess, who was a lady-in-waiting to Queen Charlotte, is dressed in the height of eighteenth-century fashion, with a voluminous gown and an intricately patterned shawl. The portrait, which is a testament to the artistic movement of the time, was executed in the mezzotint technique on paper. Mezzotint is a labor-intensive process that involves the use of a tool to roughen the surface of the plate, which is then burnished to create a rich, velvety tonal range. Sir Joshua Reynolds, the influential British painter, is believed to have had a significant influence on Green's work, as evidenced by the strong resemblance between this portrait and Reynolds' own grand portraits of the aristocracy. The Countess of Harrington's portrait is a striking example of the artistic achievements of the eighteenth century in Britain and continues to captivate viewers with its timeless beauty and elegance. This print is now part of the prestigious collection of the Art Institute of Chicago, where it is preserved for future generations to appreciate and study.

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