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Portrait of Lucy Meredith, niece of Sir Thomas Lawrence
Portrait of Lucy Meredith, niece of Sir Thomas Lawrence. Young pre-teen girl in white dress with pink ribbon belt. Hand-tinted engraving by Frederick Christian Lewis after an illustration by Sir Thomas Lawrence from P.G. Patmores Cabinet of Gems, Ackermann, London, 1837
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This exquisite hand-tinted engraving depicts Lucy Meredith, the beloved niece of renowned British portrait painter Sir Thomas Lawrence. The young pre-teen girl is captured in a charming portrait, dressed in a pristine white gown adorned with a pink ribbon belt. The portrait was originally an illustration by Sir Thomas Lawrence, published in P.G. Patmores Cabinet of Gems in 1837 by Ackermann of London. The engraving was expertly produced by Frederick Christian Lewis, showcasing the intricate details of Lucy's delicate features and the rich textures of her clothing. The use of hand-tinting adds a vibrant and lifelike quality to the image, making it a true gem of Victorian-era art. Interestingly, the background of the portrait features an array of exotic birds, including a buff Cochin and a Chinese Cassell, reflecting the popular craze for ornithology and poultry breeding during the Victorian era. The presence of these birds may also be a nod to the lucrative game bird industry, which saw the breeding and showing of exotic fowl as a popular pastime for the wealthy. The inclusion of a buff Cochin and a Chinese Cassell in the portrait is a testament to the fascination with exotic plumage and the popularity of chicken breeding during the Victorian era. The image also hints at the controversial practice of cockfighting, which was a common spectacle during this time period, despite being illegal in Britain since 1835. This portrait of Lucy Meredith, with its intricate details and rich symbolism, offers a glimpse into the Victorian era's fascination with exotic birds, poultry breeding, and the allure of the exotic.
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