Portrait of May Sartoris by Frederic Leighton. A full-length portrait of a young girl in a black riding habit with a bright red scarf and a large feathered hat, walking along a path in a rural landscape.

Portrait of May Sartoris

Frederic Leighton

1860 · Oil Paint, Canvas

An iconic Victorian portrait by Frederic Leighton featuring a young girl in a striking riding costume against a scenic countryside.

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Where it works

A grounded artwork with confident presence in a warmer tonal register — supports a polished room with depth.

Often works in
Dining Room · Study · Living Room
Placement
Reads best as a confident vertical anchor
Walls
Best where a lighter wall gives it room to show
Color notes
Charcoal black, Rich brown, Soft sage

About the piece

Painted around 1860, this masterpiece by Frederic Leighton captures the youthful poise of May Sartoris. Dressed in a bold black jacket and a vibrant scarlet scarf, her figure creates a powerful silhouette against the rolling hills and rustic backdrop of the English landscape.