18th-Century French School, Portrait Of A Lady In Blue Scene Lawrence Tibbett (1896-1960)

Lawrence Tibbett (1896-1960)

the Virgin Mary appeared to a young girl

Note how the light has been observed as it darkens behind the cheekbones

Amelia also appeared in this census but didn’t marry Savile until 1874

18th-Century French School, Portrait Of A Lady In Blue Scene Lawrence Tibbett (1896-1960)A fine 18th century portrait of a young lady in a blue dress with a white shawl. Her outfit aligns with the fashion of the 1770s, which was understated when compared to the extravagance of the Marie Antoinette era. Her refined style is enhanced with a large diamond earring and a rose suggestively placed in the bosom. A rose is sometimes placed here to attract a potential suitor and suggest availability. We particularly love her friendly, almost