Lady Elizabeth Percy (1667-1722), later wife of Charles, 6th Duke Of Somerset by Sir Peter Lely (auctioned by Sotheby's)

Lely portrays what looks to be teen aged Elizabeth Percy wearing one of the characteristically déshabillé robes. Her coiffure is not secured by a head pad that is visible in this portrait.

Keywords:  Lely, Duchess Elizabeth of Somerset, Percy family, Seymour family, Duchess, British, hurlberlu coiffure, off shoulder scoop neckline, bertha, elbow length puffed sleeves, cuffs, full skirt, jeweled bodice ornament, wrap


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