
Portrait Of Lady Elizabeth Craven (née Fairfax), Wife Of Sir William Craven Of Lenchwick (1610-1655), Half Length
A refined example of Cornelius Johnson's portraiture, this half-length oil on canvas depicts Lady Elizabeth Craven with the quiet elegance characteristic of the artist's work in seventeenth-century England. Johnson's meticulous technique captures the delicate textures of her fashionable attire, highlighting the fine details of lace and fabric that signify her aristocratic standing. The composition reflects the restrained yet dignified aesthetic that made Johnson one of the most sought-after portraitists of his era.
- Medium
- oil on canvas
- Spotted At
- Auction House · Sotheby's
🔨 Auction Lot
Old Masters Online
October 18, 2019
Estimate: $20,000 – $30,000
Lot 4
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