Princess Louisa Maria Theresa Stuart

Sitterback to top

• Princess Louisa Maria Theresa Stuart (1692-1712), Daughter of James II. Sitter associated with 9 portraits.

Artistback to top

• Alexis Simon Belle (1674-1734). Artist associated with 27 portraits.

This portraitback to top

This portrait was made by an unknown French painter, when Louisa was about twelve years old. She wears a rich gold brocaded bodice, with flowers and diamonds in her hair.

Linked publicationsback to top

• Kerslake, John, Early Georgian Portraits, 1977, p. 170
• Ribeiro, Aileen, The Gallery of Fashion, 2000, p. 89
• Saywell, David; Simon, Jacob, Complete Illustrated Catalogue, 2004, p. 390

Subjects & Themesback to top

• Beningbrough Hall
• Flowers and plants
• Hats and head-attire