Portrait of George, 5th Duke of Marlborough, with Blenheim Palace in the Distance
Richard Cosway British
Sitter George Spencer-Churchill, 5th Duke of Marlborough [Marquess of Blandford] British
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The British miniaturist Cosway used graphite to create this small full-length portrait, adding watercolor to define the face. George, 5th Duke of Marlborough wears historical fancy dress consisting of a short brocaded jacket with slashed sleeves, tight hose, short boots, a cloak, plumed hat and sword. Blenheim Palace is glimpsed in the background with emphasis placed on the Column of Victory, a monument completed in 1730 and topped with a statue of John Churchill, 1st Duke of Marlborough.
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