Mrs Langtry as a Bacchante was painted by Sir John Lavery in 1889, after a remarkable midnight encounter with the actress at the Grand Costume Ball in Glasgow. Lavery caught her in costume at 3 a.m., surrounded by the glamour, theatre, and social energy of one of the most memorable evenings in the city’s artistic life.
There is a wonderful immediacy to the work. It is quick, alert, and full of character, capturing not just Mrs Langtry’s appearance but the sense of performance that followed her wherever she went. Lavery’s sketch feels alive to the moment — the elegance, the intrigue, and the brilliance of a society figure who knew exactly how to command attention.
Sir John Lavery (1856–1941) was one of the great portrait painters of his generation, known for his confident handling and his ability to distill atmosphere with economy and style. This print has the charm of a spontaneous artist’s note and the glamour of a historic evening, making it a striking choice for any interior.
Sizes & Format
30 × 45 cm / 12 × 18″ 40 × 60 cm / 16 × 24″ 60 × 90 cm / 24 × 36″
Available framed in black, white, or wood, or unframed.
Print & Frame Details
Archival matte paper, 250gsm (110lb), acid-free and FSC-certified — off-white, uncoated. Framed prints: solid oak or ash wood frame, 20mm thick, with shatterproof protective glazing. Ready to hang, hanging kit included. Unframed prints up to A4 ship flat; larger sizes ship rolled in a protective tube.
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