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Elizabeth McTear, nee Crawford
Elizabeth McTear, nee Crawford 1765-1836 (1789). Wilson, Joseph fl. c.1766-1793 (d.1793). Date: 1789
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1789 Crawford Wilson Elizabeth
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This exquisite oil painting depicts Elizabeth McTear, née Crawford, in the year of her marriage to Joseph Wilson in 1789. The portrait, created by an unknown artist, captures the young woman's radiant beauty and elegance. Elizabeth, born into an Irish family, is depicted wearing a fashionable dress of the late 18th century, adorned with intricate lace and a delicate floral pattern. Her long, curly chestnut hair is styled in elegant ringlets, framing her oval face and expressive features. Her piercing blue eyes gaze directly at the viewer, conveying a sense of intelligence and confidence. Joseph Wilson, the artist, was a Scottish painter who is known to have been active in Edinburgh during the late 18th century. The couple's marriage record indicates that they tied the knot on October 23, 1789, in the parish of St. Cuthbert's in Edinburgh. The painting is believed to have been created as a wedding gift or to commemorate the occasion. The portrait offers a glimpse into the lives of the young couple, who likely belonged to the upper classes of Scottish society. The intricate detail and lifelike quality of the painting suggest that it was a prized possession for the McTear family, passed down through generations as a cherished heirloom. Today, it serves as a reminder of the beauty and elegance of the past, as well as the enduring power of art to capture the essence of a moment in time.
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