Elizabeth Gunning, Duchess of Hamilton and Argyll c. 1760

This portrait of Elizabeth Gunning, Duchess of Hamilton and Argyll, was painted circa 1760 by Joshua Reynolds, a prominent English painter. The artwork depicts the duchess in an elegant, flowing white gown with a red and white ermine-trimmed robe draped over her shoulders. Her composed expression and the richly detailed backdrop enhance the regal air of this portrait, demonstrating Reynolds’ mastery of Neoclassical style. The painting showcases the fashion and social status of the aristocratic elite during the 18th century.