Lady Margaret Cavendish-Harley (1715–1785), Duchess of Portland after Michael Dahl (Hardwick Hall - Doe Lea, Chesterfield, Derbyshire UK)

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From bbc.co; image made lighter by gogm.

Duchess Margaret's portraits show she preferred to dress simply. Her neckline shows a trace of modesty piece, an under-bodice probably formed by her corset (stays), and a laced bodice.

Keywords:  Dahl, Margaret Bentinck, Margaret Cavendish Bentinck, Duchess of Portland, Duchess, British, long straight coiffure, feathered hat, ribbon headdress, chemise, modesty piece, corset, laced bodice, scoop neckline, tight sleeves


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