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Elizabeth Fitzgerald, Countess of Kildare, 1665-1758. 1814 (engraving)
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Elizabeth Fitzgerald, Countess of Kildare, 1665-1758. 1814 (engraving)
7236096 Elizabeth Fitzgerald, Countess of Kildare, 1665-1758. 1814 (engraving) by Dunkarton, Robert (1744-1811); Private Collection; (add.info.: Elizabeth Fitzgerald, Countess of Kildare, 1665-1758. Mistress to King Charles II. Elizabeth Jones, daughter of the 1st Earl of Ranelagh, wife of John Fitzgerald, 18th Earl of Kildare, and one of the great beauties of the Restoration court. Mezzotint engraving by Robert Dunkarton after a portrait by Willem Wissing from Richard Earlom and Charles Turners Portraits of Characters Illustrious in British History Engraved in Mezzotinto, published by S. Woodburn, London, 1814.); © Florilegius
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This engraving from 1814 depicts Elizabeth Fitzgerald, Countess of Kildare, a prominent figure in the Restoration court. Known for her beauty and charm, she was not only the wife of John Fitzgerald, 18th Earl of Kildare but also the mistress to King Charles II. The portrait captures her elegance and allure as she gazes confidently at the viewer. Created by Robert Dunkarton after a painting by Willem Wissing, this mezzotint engraving showcases the exquisite craftsmanship and attention to detail that characterized art during this period. Published in London by S. Woodburn, it is part of Richard Earlom and Charles Turner's collection titled "Portraits of Characters Illustrious in British History Engraved in Mezzotinto". Elizabeth Fitzgerald's story is one intertwined with power, love affairs, and political intrigue. As daughter of the 1st Earl of Ranelagh, she held a position of influence within English society. Her image here serves as a reminder of her impact on both personal relationships and historical events. This print offers viewers a glimpse into seventeenth-century England - an era defined by its opulence and grandeur. It transports us back to a time when beauty reigned supreme at courtly gatherings and where individuals like Elizabeth Fitzgerald left an indelible mark on history. The print provided by Bridgeman Images allows us to appreciate not only Elizabeth Fitzgerald's timeless beauty but also the artistic mastery behind capturing such grace on paper.
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