Sarah Biffin

Sarah Biffin (1784, 1850) was a remarkable British miniaturist and portrait painter who was born without arms or legs, developing extraordinary skill in painting using her mouth. She gained widespread acclaim in the early 19th century, receiving patronage from royalty including King George III and earning a medal from the Society of Arts. Her detailed miniature portraits on ivory were highly sought after and she exhibited at the Royal Academy, becoming celebrated as much for her artistic talent as for overcoming profound physical challenges.