George Kellaway After Thomas Stewardson

Lady In Costume Playing The Mandolin

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George Kellaway After Thomas Stewardson

Lady In Costume Playing The Mandolin

Regular price £195.00
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This early 19th-century stipple engraving by George Kellaway (fl. 1821-1828) is after a painting by Thomas Stewardson (1781-1859).

She turns and looks towards the heavens with hair tumbling over her lavish renaissance dress. Jewels adorn a headpiece, topped with a feather. While her right hand gently plucks the strings of a fine mandolin.

Given the outfit, it’s likely that she’s an actress depicted by Stewardson following a successful stage appearance. The Victorians loved the theatre and sought to decorate their walls with images of well-known thespians. If you know the play, do tell us.

Published in 1828 by W. J. White, Engraver, 14 Brownlow Street, Holborn, London.

Held in a contemporary frame and glazed.

Learn more about Thomas Stewardson in our directory.

Medium: Stipple engraving
Overall size: 11” x 15” / 28cm x 38cm
Year of creation: 1828
Condition: Artwork presents well. A little creasing around the edges.

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