« Reply #21 on: Tuesday 10 August 10 09:08 BST (UK) »
Hi Buffy,
We think the sitter could be Kate Owen one of the sisters of my great great Grandfather. The problem is that my great grand mother Maria Owen was one of 15 children and her mother was one of 13 and her father was one of 12 (found so far). The facial features support her being an Owen. The eye colour seems to support the idea that she was my great great grandfathers generation as they look like they have mostly light (blue) eyes. my great grandmothers generation look to have mostly dark (brown) eyes although this is not totally conclusive. I think the 'leg of mutton' sleeve on the dress indicates a dress date of 1893 - 1899 (approx') based on its size it is probably later rather than earlier. Of the blue eyed generation Kate is the only woman still unmarried during this date range. Of the predominatly brown eyed generation she would have to be no older than 16 and I think she looks more like mid 20's.
When I get a moment, I will look up the Lutterworth info to see how long William had a Lutterworth Studio. It might give another clue.
ATB - Mark
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