Portrait Miniature of the Duchess of Leeds

Period: Early 20th Century (Circa 1910–1920)

Artist: Engraved by L. Dupont after Richard Cosway, R.A.

A delicate and finely executed portrait miniature of the Duchess of Leeds, rendered in "pure stipple" engraving. This technique creates a soft, ethereal texture perfect for the subject's powdered curls and lace bonnet. The piece is hand-printed on vellum, a premium material that gives the portrait a luminous, skin-like depth.

The subject is based on the work of Richard Cosway, the most famous miniature painter of the Regency era and the Principal Painter to the Prince Regent. This specific rendition by L. Dupont captures the Georgian elegance that became highly fashionable again during the Edwardian "Revival" period.

Framing & Provenance

• Frame: Housed in its original Giltwood and Sage Green Gesso frame. The frame features a classic beaded edge and a decorative floral/ribbon cresting at the top and bottom.

• Retailer Mark: The reverse bears the original label for Worden Art Goods & Pictures (312 Stockton Street, San Francisco). Worden was a well-known high-end art and framing gallery in early 20th-century San Francisco.

• Authentication: Includes the original descriptive label on the reverse identifying the subject, artist, and print method.