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Henry, Duke of Cumberland (1745-90) with the Duchess of Cumberland (1743-1808) and Lady Elizabeth Luttrell (d.1799)

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This famous portrait group belongs with Gainsborough's revival of interest in Watteau. It is unique for its date for its oval format and its figure scale (quarter- as opposed to full-life size). It was commissioned by the sitters but remained in Gainsborough's possession till his death and only joined the Royal Collection when acquired by George IV when Prince of Wales in 1792.
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Title: Henry, Duke of Cumberland (1745-90) with the Duchess of Cumberland (1743-1808) and Lady Elizabeth Luttrell (d.1799)
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This famous portrait group belongs with Gainsborough's revival of interest in Watteau.
It is unique for its date for its oval format and its figure scale (quarter- as opposed to full-life size).
It was commissioned by the sitters but remained in Gainsborough's possession till his death and only joined the Royal Collection when acquired by George IV when Prince of Wales in 1792.

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