Portrait of Louisa, Lady Clarges (1778). Thomas Gainsborough (English, Rococo, 1727-1788). Oil on ca
Portrait of Louisa, Lady Clarges (1778). Thomas Gainsborough (English, Rococo, 1727-1788). Oil on canvas. Holburne Museum of Art, Bath, UK.“The sportive, heedless, happy, and when she chose it, captivating Lady Clarges.” This is Fanny Burney’s description. Lady Clarges was an accomplished singer and harpist. She owned several harps and made regular trips to Italy to pursue her musical interests. She and her husband, Sir Thomas, promoted outstanding foreign musicians in England. -- source link
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