Gainsborough: The Fashion of Portraiture type_Doorstop Original split mercury glass panels

Original split mercury glass panels and gilt carved elements at the base

these porcelain bowls have a scalloped shape in green and gold

In the end

in mirror polished stainless steel

and masterful color photographs by Guido Taroni

Gainsborough: The Fashion of Portraiture type_Doorstop Original split mercury glass panelsThis publication explores the rich intersections of portraiture and fashion in the art of Thomas Gainsborough (17271788), one of the most sought after society portraitists of his age. Details An examination of how Gainsborough and his sitters chose the garments and accessories immortalized in paintfrom dukes and duchesses to the once enslaved Ignatius Sancho. A century after his death, his portraits experienced renewed popularity among wealthy