Silhouette portraits, early 19th century
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Silhouette portraits, early 19th century
A group of silhouette portraits from the Regency period. Clockwise from top left, a painted silhouette with gold pencilling, a dandyish gentleman in a blue stock tie (silhouette again with gold pencilling), Marguerite, Countess of Blessington (1789 - 1949), a gentleman and, middle, a painted silhouette with gold pencil of a gentleman in a hat with high colour Date: c.1800
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Blessington Countess Dandy Gentleman Gentlemen Profiles Regency Silhouettes
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This collection of silhouette portraits transports us back to the Regency period of the early 19th century. The first portrait, clockwise from the top left, features a painted silhouette adorned with intricate gold pencilling, adding an elegant and ornate touch to the subject's profile. The second silhouette reveals a dandyish gentleman, his blue stock tie and refined posture exuding confidence and sophistication, also enhanced by the skillful application of gold pencilling. Moving on to the third portrait, we meet Marguerite, Countess of Blessington (1789-1849), an Irish-born writer, socialite, and adventurer. Her silhouette, captured in the same medium, showcases her regal bearing and striking features. The fourth portrait depicts a gentleman, his hat casting a dramatic shadow against the background, while the fifth and final portrait, once again, displays a painted silhouette of a gentleman, this time with a more subdued application of gold pencilling. These silhouette portraits offer a unique glimpse into the lives of the Regency period's people, revealing their individuality, status, and fashion trends through the simple yet captivating medium of profile portraits. The art of silhouette cutting gained immense popularity during this era due to its affordability and accessibility, making it a preferred choice for capturing the likenesses of the elite and common folk alike.
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