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Oil Portrait of Countess Elizabeth Cavendish
17th Century English School Portrait of Elizabeth Cavendish, Oil on Oak Panel, Manner of Sir Peter Lely
A fine seventeenth-century English School oil on its original oak panel depicting an aristocratic lady, traditionally identified as Elizabeth Cavendish (née Cecil), Countess of Devonshire (1620–1689). Painted in the manner of Sir Peter Lely (1618–1680), this elegant cabinet portrait is a fine example of English Old Master portraiture.
The sitter is presented in a graceful three-quarter pose wearing a sumptuous cobalt-blue silk mantle secured by an ornate jewelled clasp. A necklace of luminous pearls and matching pendant earrings emphasise her noble status, while her composed expression reflects the refinement associated with England's highest aristocracy.
Executed with delicate translucent glazes, the artist has achieved a beautifully luminous complexion and finely modelled features. Soft chestnut ringlets frame expressive almond-shaped hazel eyes, a straight nose and delicately painted Cupid's bow lips. The restrained palette of warm flesh tones, rich cobalt blue and ivory pearls reflects the refined artistic tradition associated with Sir Peter Lely and the English Restoration Court.
The sitter is traditionally identified as Elizabeth Cavendish, daughter of William Cecil, 2nd Earl of Salisbury, and wife of William Cavendish, 3rd Earl of Devonshire. While this identification is based upon traditional attribution rather than documentary evidence, the sitter's apparent age, costume, physiognomy and aristocratic presentation are broadly consistent with contemporary representations, making the proposed identification plausible, although not conclusive.
Following the influence of Sir Anthony van Dyck, cabinet portraits became one of the defining artistic achievements of seventeenth-century England. Intended for display within country houses and private collections, they commemorated family lineage, marriage and social standing. Today, examples on their original oak panels are increasingly sought after by collectors of British portraiture and Old Master paintings.
This portrait is offered as the work of an accomplished English School artist working in the manner of Sir Peter Lely. The harmonious composition, elegant colour palette and refined handling combine to create a painting of considerable decorative and historical appeal.
Unsigned, as is customary with many seventeenth-century English cabinet portraits.
Presented in an attractive carved and gilded frame which complements the portrait beautifully and is ready to hang.
Provenance:
Private Scottish Collection.
Lindsay Burns & Company, Perth, Scotland. Lot 735, catalogued as "Manner of Peter Lely – Half-Length Portrait of a Lady."
Curated by Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD.
Privately exhibited at the Famous Lord Hill Museum, Shropshire.
The historical observations, provenance research, attribution analysis and contextual commentary presented within this catalogue entry represent the professional, non-guaranteed opinion of Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD and should be regarded as informed scholarly opinion rather than definitive statements of fact. Future documentary evidence or advances in research may refine or alter current interpretations.
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Registered Office Address
Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD
71-75 Shelton Street, Covent Garden, London, United Kingdom, WC2H 9JQ
Company Number 15666518
GB VAT registration number 466128775
Making Payment
Goods can be bought by either International bank wire transfer or domestic BACS payment we can email you an invoice together with our banking instructions. Cash upon collection is also accepted. Shipping is with insurance cover. Import duty and taxes payable by the buyer please enquire if you need any assistance. Delivery time is usually within 2 weeks for International and 1 week for domestic shipping approximate. It can be faster depending upon the size and weight of the item(s) that you ordering from us. You are also welcome to arrange for your own courier to collect as long as we have received full cleared bank transfer payment.
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WC2H 9JQ.
Tel : 07494 763382
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A fine seventeenth-century English School oil on its original oak panel depicting an aristocratic lady, traditionally identified as Elizabeth Cavendish (née Cecil), Countess of Devonshire (1620–1689). Painted in the manner of Sir Peter Lely (1618–1680), this elegant cabinet portrait is a fine example of English Old Master portraiture.
The sitter is presented in a graceful three-quarter pose wearing a sumptuous cobalt-blue silk mantle secured by an ornate jewelled clasp. A necklace of luminous pearls and matching pendant earrings emphasise her noble status, while her composed expression reflects the refinement associated with England's highest aristocracy.
Executed with delicate translucent glazes, the artist has achieved a beautifully luminous complexion and finely modelled features. Soft chestnut ringlets frame expressive almond-shaped hazel eyes, a straight nose and delicately painted Cupid's bow lips. The restrained palette of warm flesh tones, rich cobalt blue and ivory pearls reflects the refined artistic tradition associated with Sir Peter Lely and the English Restoration Court.
The sitter is traditionally identified as Elizabeth Cavendish, daughter of William Cecil, 2nd Earl of Salisbury, and wife of William Cavendish, 3rd Earl of Devonshire. While this identification is based upon traditional attribution rather than documentary evidence, the sitter's apparent age, costume, physiognomy and aristocratic presentation are broadly consistent with contemporary representations, making the proposed identification plausible, although not conclusive.
Following the influence of Sir Anthony van Dyck, cabinet portraits became one of the defining artistic achievements of seventeenth-century England. Intended for display within country houses and private collections, they commemorated family lineage, marriage and social standing. Today, examples on their original oak panels are increasingly sought after by collectors of British portraiture and Old Master paintings.
This portrait is offered as the work of an accomplished English School artist working in the manner of Sir Peter Lely. The harmonious composition, elegant colour palette and refined handling combine to create a painting of considerable decorative and historical appeal.
Unsigned, as is customary with many seventeenth-century English cabinet portraits.
Presented in an attractive carved and gilded frame which complements the portrait beautifully and is ready to hang.
Provenance:
Private Scottish Collection.
Lindsay Burns & Company, Perth, Scotland. Lot 735, catalogued as "Manner of Peter Lely – Half-Length Portrait of a Lady."
Curated by Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD.
Privately exhibited at the Famous Lord Hill Museum, Shropshire.
The historical observations, provenance research, attribution analysis and contextual commentary presented within this catalogue entry represent the professional, non-guaranteed opinion of Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD and should be regarded as informed scholarly opinion rather than definitive statements of fact. Future documentary evidence or advances in research may refine or alter current interpretations.
Professionally packed and fully insured worldwide shipping available from Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD.
We offer our clients 100% satisfaction guarantee with all of our fine art, antiques & collectibles!
We ship worldwide with expert bespoke professional wrapping & packing and offer attractive international shipping rates with insurance – please send us your post / zip code and country for a quote.
We Offer Free delivery to most areas of the U.K mainland except for Scottish Highland & Islands – Please send us your post code for a quote thankyou.
Registered Office Address
Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD
71-75 Shelton Street, Covent Garden, London, United Kingdom, WC2H 9JQ
Company Number 15666518
GB VAT registration number 466128775
Making Payment
Goods can be bought by either International bank wire transfer or domestic BACS payment we can email you an invoice together with our banking instructions. Cash upon collection is also accepted. Shipping is with insurance cover. Import duty and taxes payable by the buyer please enquire if you need any assistance. Delivery time is usually within 2 weeks for International and 1 week for domestic shipping approximate. It can be faster depending upon the size and weight of the item(s) that you ordering from us. You are also welcome to arrange for your own courier to collect as long as we have received full cleared bank transfer payment.
Price
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DimensionsDimensions:
Panel: 38 cm high × 28.5 cm wide.
Framed: 51 cm high × 42 cm wide × 5.5 cm deep.
Category Antique Pictures / Engravings / Art
> Antique Oil Paintings
Date 17th century
17th Century Antiques Material Oil Painting on Panel
Origin British
Condition Condition
Presented in good antique condition commensurate with age. The original oak panel remains structurally sound with naturally developed craquelure. Historic varnish layers, sympathetic overpainting, light paint losses and minor surface dirt are consistent with its age. Colours remain rich and vibrant, particularly within the cobalt-blue drapery. The carved gilt frame displays age-related wear and historic repairs consistent with its age.
Item code as1013a1329
Status For Sale
£9500.00 
$12680.60
€11080.80
$12680.60
€11080.80
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We offer Free Delivery to Mainland England, Wales mainland & Scottish lowlands mainland areas only!
For International buyers please contact us before you order as shipping costs are additional please request a shipping quote, also to advise that any import duty taxes due are additional and are payable by the buyer.
Scottish Highlands & all islands also for International buyers please get in touch for an international shipping quote thankyou. Our preferred Payment is by by BACS Bank Transfer, we can also accept stripe, amazon pay, google pay & paypal.
Confirmation of delivery is provided by email or text message, which includes a courier tracking number and date of posting or collection. Shipping costs are charged based upon the type of shipping service used, either express, standard or economy services and size and weight of item.
Delivery by parcel courier within the UK Mainland will be used for all smalls, paintings & all furniture items allow between 2 to 5 working days delivery time. Online tracking can be provided. International delivery airfreight is available estimated delivery times between 5 to 14 working days approximate upon request by providing your full name and address together with a postal area or zip code and a contact phone number.
Customs Payment & Brexit
Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD operates on a Delivery Duty Unpaid (DDU) basis which means that the International buyer is responsible for any import duties, taxes & customs clearance and any other charges which may be necessary to release an order from international customs.
Following the UK leaving the EU on 1st January 2021 (BREXIT) there have been some changes to customs & duty charges for EU customers. Tax and import duty varies from country to country so we recommend you check with your local tax office to see if any fees will be payable.
If the customer refuses to pay any duty and customs charges and the parcel is returned to sender all shipping charges will be deducted from any refund.
For International buyers please contact us before you order as shipping costs are additional please request a shipping quote, also to advise that any import duty taxes due are additional and are payable by the buyer.
Scottish Highlands & all islands also for International buyers please get in touch for an international shipping quote thankyou. Our preferred Payment is by by BACS Bank Transfer, we can also accept stripe, amazon pay, google pay & paypal.
Confirmation of delivery is provided by email or text message, which includes a courier tracking number and date of posting or collection. Shipping costs are charged based upon the type of shipping service used, either express, standard or economy services and size and weight of item.
Delivery by parcel courier within the UK Mainland will be used for all smalls, paintings & all furniture items allow between 2 to 5 working days delivery time. Online tracking can be provided. International delivery airfreight is available estimated delivery times between 5 to 14 working days approximate upon request by providing your full name and address together with a postal area or zip code and a contact phone number.
Customs Payment & Brexit
Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD operates on a Delivery Duty Unpaid (DDU) basis which means that the International buyer is responsible for any import duties, taxes & customs clearance and any other charges which may be necessary to release an order from international customs.
Following the UK leaving the EU on 1st January 2021 (BREXIT) there have been some changes to customs & duty charges for EU customers. Tax and import duty varies from country to country so we recommend you check with your local tax office to see if any fees will be payable.
If the customer refuses to pay any duty and customs charges and the parcel is returned to sender all shipping charges will be deducted from any refund.
Terms and conditions
For International buyers please contact us before you order as shipping costs are additional please request a shipping quote, also to advise that any import duty taxes due are additional and are payable by the buyer.
For both domestic & International buyers please get in touch for a shipping quote thankyou. Our payment method is by BACS Bank Transfer for UK domestic clients and for International clients payment is preferred by international bank wire transfer. We no longer accept any Online Card or in person card payments due to payment providers charging us and not returning the processing transaction fee even if an order is fraudulent, cancelled or returned. All Item(s) will need to be settled by bank transfer only. We will email you a proforma invoice with our bank details.
For International buyers Payment is required within 3 calendar days of the sale being agreed.
If payment is not received within this time. Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD reserves the right to consider selling the item (s) to another customer at its discretion.
Deposit payments are accepted, however shipping will not take place until the balance has been paid in full and to advise deposit payments are non refundable.
Upgrades & Exchanges are also offered please ask.
Returns are accepted within 14 days of receipt. The buyer is solely responsible for paying the entire costs of the outbound & return shipping costs also any import costs & duty taxes due. Return authorisation should be requested by sending an email before posting. Once we receive the item in good order as supplied not withstanding notified transit damage, we will return partial refund payment using the same payment method less our shipping costs. For any Refunds given the refund amount will have our cost of the outbound shipping costs deducted.
Customs Payment & Brexit
Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD operates on a Delivery Duty Unpaid (DDU) basis which means that the International buyer is responsible for any import duties, taxes & customs which may be necessary to release an order from international customs.
Following the UK leaving the EU on 1st January 2021 (BREXIT) there have been some changes to customs & duty charges for EU customers. Tax and import duty varies from country to country so we recommend you check with your local tax office to see if any fees will be payable.
If the customer refuses to pay any duty and customs charges and the parcel is returned to sender all shipping charges will be deducted from any refund.
For both domestic & International buyers please get in touch for a shipping quote thankyou. Our payment method is by BACS Bank Transfer for UK domestic clients and for International clients payment is preferred by international bank wire transfer. We no longer accept any Online Card or in person card payments due to payment providers charging us and not returning the processing transaction fee even if an order is fraudulent, cancelled or returned. All Item(s) will need to be settled by bank transfer only. We will email you a proforma invoice with our bank details.
For International buyers Payment is required within 3 calendar days of the sale being agreed.
If payment is not received within this time. Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD reserves the right to consider selling the item (s) to another customer at its discretion.
Deposit payments are accepted, however shipping will not take place until the balance has been paid in full and to advise deposit payments are non refundable.
Upgrades & Exchanges are also offered please ask.
Returns are accepted within 14 days of receipt. The buyer is solely responsible for paying the entire costs of the outbound & return shipping costs also any import costs & duty taxes due. Return authorisation should be requested by sending an email before posting. Once we receive the item in good order as supplied not withstanding notified transit damage, we will return partial refund payment using the same payment method less our shipping costs. For any Refunds given the refund amount will have our cost of the outbound shipping costs deducted.
Customs Payment & Brexit
Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD operates on a Delivery Duty Unpaid (DDU) basis which means that the International buyer is responsible for any import duties, taxes & customs which may be necessary to release an order from international customs.
Following the UK leaving the EU on 1st January 2021 (BREXIT) there have been some changes to customs & duty charges for EU customers. Tax and import duty varies from country to country so we recommend you check with your local tax office to see if any fees will be payable.
If the customer refuses to pay any duty and customs charges and the parcel is returned to sender all shipping charges will be deducted from any refund.
View all stock from
Cheshire Antiques Consultant Ltd
Private dealer, by appointment only.71-75 Shelton Street,
Covent Garden,
London, England
WC2H 9JQ.
Tel : 07494 763382
Non UK callers : +44 7494 763382
Get directions to Cheshire Antiques Consultant Ltd
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