Lot 222
British School Portrait Miniature of Dorothea 'Dolly' FitzClarence, c.1850
Lot 222 Details
British School Portrait Miniature of Dorothea 'Dolly' FitzClarence, c.1850
the unsigned gouache on octagonal ivory panel in a gold filled pendant frame inscribed verso: 'Dolly, The only child of General The Hon. H. Fredk. Fitzclarence
2.5 x 1.6 in — 6.4 x 4.1 cm
Estimate $300-$400
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Contrary to the inscription, Dorothea (Dolly) FitzClarence (1845-1870) was the eldest daughter of Lord Augustus FitzClarence, brother of Frederick, both illegitimate children of Prince William, Duke of Clarence (later William IV) and actress Dorothea Jordan (Mrs. Jordan).