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Portrait of the Ladies Amabel and Mary Jemima Yorke, c. 1761. Creator: Joshua Reynolds (British
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Portrait of the Ladies Amabel and Mary Jemima Yorke, c. 1761. Creator: Joshua Reynolds (British
Portrait of the Ladies Amabel and Mary Jemima Yorke, c. 1761. Philip Yorke commissioned this portrait of his daughters Amabel (left) and Mary Jemima to hang in their city home in St. Jamess Square, London. To signal the familys status as land owners, both girls are perhaps portrayed on the grounds of their familys country estate in Bedfordshire, about 55 miles north of London. Captured as if interrupted in a moment of play, this tender, yet impressive portrait of the Yorke girls is a prime example of a painting intended for a private setting, as opposed to the bolder tones and dramatic poses found in paintings intended for public exhibition, such as Thomas Lawrences full-length portrait of Catherine Gray, Lady Manners
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This print showcases Joshua Reynolds' masterpiece, "Portrait of the Ladies Amabel and Mary Jemima Yorke" painted around 1761. Commissioned by Philip Yorke, this exquisite portrait was intended to grace their elegant city home in St. James's Square, London. The artist skillfully captures the essence of these two young girls, Amabel on the left and Mary Jemima on the right, as if they were momentarily interrupted during a playful moment. To emphasize their family's esteemed status as landowners, Reynolds portrays them amidst the picturesque grounds of their ancestral estate in Bedfordshire, located approximately 55 miles north of London. This tender yet impressive portrayal exemplifies a painting designed for an intimate setting rather than one meant for public exhibition. It stands in stark contrast to Thomas Lawrence's bold and dramatic full-length portrait of Catherine Gray, Lady Manners. The delicate brushstrokes and meticulous attention to detail highlight Reynolds' mastery as a painter. With its rich colors and lifelike depiction of his subjects' expressions and attire, this artwork is truly a testament to his talent. Now preserved at The Cleveland Museum of Art under Heritage Art/Heritage Images' care, this print allows art enthusiasts worldwide to appreciate the beauty and elegance captured within Reynolds' creation.
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