Old World Portraits
Portrait of Louise de Keroualle, Duchess of Portsmouth
Peter Lely
An elegant 17th-century portrait of the Duchess of Portsmouth, showcasing luminous skin tones and masterful drapery.
Diana Kirke, later Countess of Oxford
Peter Lely
1665 · Oil Paint, Canvas
This elegant 17th-century portrait by Peter Lely captures Diana Kirke in a luminous gold dress against a moody, wooded landscape.
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Where it works
A substantial, grounding work with softened warm notes — holds a formal wall with confidence.
- Often works in
- Library · Study · Living Room
- Placement
- Works well in taller wall spaces with room around it
- Walls
- Benefits from light or mid-tone surroundings
- Color notes
- Charcoal black, Rich brown, Olive green
About the piece
Painted circa 1665 by Peter Lely, the preeminent portraitist of the Restoration court, this work depicts Diana Kirke, the future Countess of Oxford. The painting is a masterclass in Baroque texture, contrasting the brilliant, light-catching folds of her golden silk gown with a deep, atmospheric landscape. Lely's signature style is evident in the sitter's soft, idealized features and the sophisticated interplay of light and shadow.
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