John White hailed from Edinburgh but soon settled in Devon following a short time in Australia
the achievements of Honoré Louis Umbricht are consigned to the archives and rarely do his works surface
pierced centres and corners
The painting is signed and housed within a gilded frame with foliate corners
Mid-18th-Century English School, Portrait Of A Lady Drawings John White hailed from EdinburghThis charming mid 18th century English oil painting depicts a middle aged lady reputed to be Meg Worthington. Produced during the rather ostentatious Rococo period, this lady, despite her mature years, is attired in a fine, rather fashionable ensemble. With themes of love, leisure and nature, the Rococo was defined by its extravagance and, simultaneously, its elegance. Outfits often featured pastel colours, as we see here with the cloak, and women