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Monument of Lady Frances Kniveton, Duchess of Dudley
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Monument of Lady Frances Kniveton, Duchess of Dudley
Monument of Lady Frances Kniveton, Duchess of Dudley, wife of Sir Gilbert Kniveton, in the church of St. Giles in the Fields. Depicted in a shroud. Copperplate engraving by John Thomas Smith after original drawings by members of the Society of Antiquaries from his J.T. Smiths Antiquities of London and its Environs, J. Sewell, R. Folder, J. Simco, London, 1798
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This evocative copperplate engraving, created by John Thomas Smith in 1798, depicts the monument of Lady Frances Kniveton, Duchess of Dudley, located in the historic church of St. Giles in the Fields, London. The Duchess, who was the wife of Sir Gilbert Kniveton, is shown in the image draped in a shroud, lying atop an ornate altar-tomb. The monument is adorned with intricate Persian-inspired motifs, including arabesque patterns and calligraphy, reflecting Lady Frances's Muslim heritage. Lady Frances Kniveton was a remarkable figure in history. Born in India as Coya, the daughter of a Persian merchant and a Turkish secretary, she later married Sir Gilbert Kniveton, an Englishman who served as an ambassador in the court of the Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan. After Sir Gilbert's death, Lady Frances returned to England and was buried in St. Giles in the Fields, where her monument stands as a testament to her unique background and cultural fusion. The monument's design is influenced by the architectural styles of both Europe and the Middle East, with elements of Gothic Revival and Persian artistry. The intricate details, such as the Khwaja and Shahsuwar motifs, are reminiscent of the rich artistic traditions of the Mughal Empire. This engraving, which is part of John Thomas Smith's 'Antiquities of London and its Environs,' offers a glimpse into the past, allowing us to appreciate the diverse cultural influences that have shaped London's history and architecture.
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