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English, late 18th centuryFine English Georgian Portrait of Henrietta Danvers Full Biographical Detailsc. 1790
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c. 1790 s
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Portrait of Mrs Henrietta Danvers (1765-1836)
English School, late 18th century
pastel on paper, gilt framed behind glass
overall framed size: 16 x 14 inches
actual image: 10 x 8 inches
antique gilt frame with ornate moldings
condition: overall good and presentable though with obvious age related spotting to the paper; old chips and plaster loss to the frame
provenance: by family descent (see label verso), private collection, England
This elegant antique pastel portrait depicts a refined young lady of the late 18th century, presented in three-quarter profile with softly modelled features and a calm, introspective expression. Executed with delicacy and restraint, the artist has used subtle tonal gradations to capture the sitter’s porcelain complexion, powdered hair, and pale blue dress—hallmarks of British portraiture from the Georgian period.
An old handwritten label on the reverse identifies the sitter as Mrs Henrietta Danvers, born in 1765 and deceased in 1836. Such surviving period inscriptions are increasingly rare and lend the work considerable historical and genealogical interest.
Portraits of identified sitters from established British families were traditionally commissioned to mark marriage or adulthood and were intended for intimate domestic settings rather than grand public display.
The choice of pastel lends the portrait a softness and immediacy that oil paintings often lack. This medium was particularly favoured in the late 18th century for its elegance and naturalism, allowing artists to convey refinement without formality. The sitter’s gently averted gaze and flowing hair give the portrait a sense of quiet movement and character, evoking the world of Jane Austen–era society.
The work is housed in a period gilt frame, richly patinated and of excellent scale for country house interiors, paneled rooms, libraries, dressing rooms, or refined American townhouses inspired by English design. It would sit beautifully within a curated wall of historic portraits or as a standalone piece offering subtle period charm and certainly makes for a fascinating conversation piece with its historical details.
A rare and atmospheric Georgian pastel portrait with named provenance, offering collectors both decorative appeal and genuine historical depth.
- Creator:English, late 18th century
- Creation Year:c. 1790 s
- Dimensions:Height: 16.5 in (41.91 cm)Width: 14 in (35.56 cm)
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- Gallery Location:Cirencester, GB
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU509317481732
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