A FAIR SPANIARD (MRS. CHOWNE), 1909 – SIR JOHN LAVERY | IRISH MASTER REPRODUCTION ART PRINT

Step into the elegance of Edwardian portraiture with Sir John Lavery’s A Fair Spaniard (Mrs. Chowne) (1909) — a captivating study in identity, artistry, and allure. Painted by one of Ireland’s most refined masters, this portrait captures both sophistication and theatrical charm, blending realism with painterly expressiveness.

The sitter, Mrs. Gerard Chowne, a member of Lavery’s London artistic circle, appears in Spanish-inspired attire: a silk mantón-style shawl, pink flower, and ornate earrings. Though English by birth, she embodies Lavery’s fascination with cultural imagination — performing the role of “A Fair Spaniard.” Through her calm gaze and poised posture, Lavery transforms costume into character, creating a portrait that feels timeless and modern all at once.

Rendered in soft earth tones, creams, and gentle pinks, the work exemplifies Lavery’s trademark balance of restraint and sensuality. The brushwork, loose yet precise, captures the shimmer of silk and the serenity of self-possession — hallmarks of his mature Edwardian style.

Each fine-art reproduction is printed on museum-quality, archival paper, ensuring every brushstroke and hue is faithfully preserved. Our ready-to-hang wooden frames, handcrafted from responsibly sourced oak or ash, complement the painting’s subtle warmth and elegance.

Key Features

• Premium Reproduction: Master’s edition fine-art print of A Fair Spaniard (Mrs. Chowne) (1909).

• Museum-Grade Paper: 250 gsm matte, uncoated, natural white archival paper.

• Sustainable Framing: Responsibly sourced oak and ash wood.

• Frame Options: White, Black, or Natural Wood finishes.

• Ready to Hang: Includes hanging kit and shatterproof plexiglass protection.

• Ethically Produced: FSC-certified materials for sustainability.

A Fair Spaniard celebrates art, identity, and timeless grace — a portrait that reveals both the sitter and the era’s fascination with beauty and performance.
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