Richard, Duke of York, taking leave of his mother, Elizabeth Woodville, in the Sanctuary, Westminster

Richard, Duke of York, taking leave of his mother, Elizabeth Woodville, in the Sanctuary, Westminster

Giovanni Battista Cipriani

1785

watercolor

From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum

About this work

This painting shows a scene where Richard, Duke of York, says goodbye to his mother. It's a moment from history, and the artist chose to depict it in a quiet way. The detail that stands out is the emotional exchange between the two characters, which is subtle but powerful. You can learn more about this style by looking at the work of artist: Cipriani, Giovanni Battista.

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