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Catherine Sedley, Countess of Dorchester (oil on canvas)
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Catherine Sedley, Countess of Dorchester (oil on canvas)
1781577 Catherine Sedley, Countess of Dorchester (oil on canvas) by Lely, Peter (1618-80) (after); 126x100 cm; Royal Hospital Chelsea, London, UK; (add.info.: Portrait of a dark haired women in a blue cloak and brown dress, seated three quarter length with right hand across body and leant on her left hand at her side, landscape beyond. Said to be Catherine Sedley, Countess of Dorchester. (Formerly thought to be Nell Gwyn) Pricked monogram lower right.); English, out of copyright
Media ID 23006466
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Countess Dorchester Drapery Idealised
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This portrait, titled "Catherine Sedley, Countess of Dorchester" is a mesmerizing oil on canvas masterpiece by the renowned artist Peter Lely. The painting, measuring 126x100 cm, can be found at the Royal Hospital Chelsea in London. In this enchanting artwork, we are introduced to a dark-haired woman adorned in an exquisite blue cloak and a rich brown dress. Seated three-quarter length with her right hand gracefully resting across her body and leaning on her left hand at her side, she exudes elegance and poise. Beyond her sits a breathtaking landscape that adds depth to the composition. Initially believed to depict Nell Gwynn, it has been later identified as Catherine Sedley, Countess of Dorchester. A pricked monogram adorns the lower right corner of the painting. Lely's skillful brushwork beautifully captures this young aristocrat's idealized beauty. The drapery cascading around her showcases his mastery of baroque style portraiture. Every detail contributes to creating an image that epitomizes grace and sophistication. This stunning piece invites viewers into a world where artistry meets aristocracy; it is an ode to timeless beauty and refined nobility. As we gaze upon Catherine Sedley's countenance through Lely's eyes, we cannot help but be captivated by both her allure and the artist's ability to immortalize such elegance on canvas.
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