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A fancy head, called Princess Caraboo of Javasu, c. 1817 (oil on canvas)
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A fancy head, called Princess Caraboo of Javasu, c. 1817 (oil on canvas)
450066 A fancy head, called Princess Caraboo of Javasu, c.1817 (oil on canvas) by Barker, Thomas (1769-1847); 61x48.3 cm; The Holburne Museum, Bath, UK; (add.info.: Princess Caraboo was really a cobblers daughter from Devon called Mary Baker, who arrived one day in the spring of 1817 at Knole Park near Bristol. By speaking a made-up language and not a word of English, she convinced the lady of the house, Elizabeth Worrall, that she was a lost noblewoman from the East Indies. She stayed with the Worralls for a few months, until one day she ran away to Bath.); eHolburne Museum; British, out of copyright
Media ID 22667730
© Holburne Museum / Bridgeman Images
Androgynous Baker Complexion Dark Earring Fancy Princess Striking Swarthy
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This print showcases the intriguing portrait of Princess Caraboo of Javasu, painted by Thomas Barker in 1817. The painting depicts a fancy head adorned with striking jewelry and an air of regality. Princess Caraboo, however, was not truly royalty but rather a cobblers daughter named Mary Baker from Devon. In a fascinating twist of fate, Mary arrived at Knole Park near Bristol one spring day and managed to convince Elizabeth Worrall, the lady of the house, that she was a lost noblewoman from the East Indies. Despite speaking only a made-up language and no English at all, Mary stayed with the Worralls for several months before eventually fleeing to Bath. The artist skillfully captures Princess Caraboo's enigmatic allure through her dark complexion and androgynous features. Her gaze is both mysterious and commanding, leaving viewers intrigued by her story. This painting serves as a reminder that appearances can be deceiving and that even those who may seem like princesses could have humble origins. Displayed at The Holburne Museum in Bath, UK, this oil on canvas artwork continues to captivate audiences with its rich history and artistic brilliance. It stands as a testament to the power of storytelling and our fascination with identity.
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