Portret van Elizabeth Gunning, hertogin van Hamilton 1745 - 1775

This 18th-century engraving by Richard Houston, titled "Portret van Elizabeth Gunning, hertogin van Hamilton", depicts Elizabeth Gunning, Duchess of Hamilton, a prominent figure in British society. The artwork, housed in the Rijksmuseum, showcases her in a formal pose, emphasizing her elegance and status. The delicate details of her clothing, including her lace-trimmed bodice and elaborate hairstyle, are expertly captured by Houston's meticulous technique, characteristic of portrait engravings from this period. The inscription below her portrait identifies her as "Elizabeth Dutchess of Hamilton Brandon", a testament to her lineage and social standing.