Title on frame: ‘Wife of John Vincent of Limerick.’
This portrait is believed to be of Phoebe Brown, wife of John Vincent of Limerick. Phoebe is dressed in black and white with a laced-up bodice and a lace cap beneath a black shawl/scarf. She is set against a neutral background and is turned slightly to the left. Phoebe looks directly at the viewer.
Artist: Unknown.
Oils on Canvas
c. 75 x 62 cm
Framed: c.96 x 83 cm
A portrait of Phoebe’s husband, John Vincent of Limerick (c. 1660-1735), hangs to the left of the fireplace.