Artwork
Miss Lee/ Author of the Recess, Chapter & Accidents &c &c.
Miss Lee/ Author of the Recess, Chapter & Accidents &c &c. is a print by the Romanticist artist Ridley. It dates from 1809 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.
About this work
This print shows Miss Sophia Lee, a writer from the 1700s. It’s a head-and-shoulders portrait done by artist Ridley in 1809.
The print copies an earlier painting by Thomas Lawrence, a well-known portrait painter of that time. It was published by Vernor, Hood & Sharpe and now lives at the Victoria and Albert Museum.
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Overview
This print is a portrait of Sophia Lee, a writer and playwright, created in 1809 by engraver Ridley.
Subject & Meaning
Sophia Lee was known for her literary works, including 'The Chapter of Accidents', an opera based on Denis Diderot's 'Le père de famille', and 'The Recess', a historical romance.
Technique & Style
The print is a head-and-shoulders portrait, derived from an original painting by the prominent portrait artist Sir Thomas Lawrence.
History & Provenance
Published by Vernor, Hood & Sharpe in May 1809, the print is now part of the Victoria and Albert Museum's collection, having previously been in the Harry Beard Collection.
Artist & collection
Artist
These prints show everyday figures in early 1800s Britain, etched in fine detail and crisp lines.
