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A charcoal drawing of Miss Lambe, a young woman of mixed African and European heritage seated in profile, dressed in early 19th-century seaside walking attire. She wears an elaborate bonnet adorned with flowers and a long, patterned cloak drapes around her body. The figure holds a small book in her gloved hand, and the other is resting on her lap. Her facial expression is calm and introspective as she looks directly at the viewer, appearing as if she has just glanced up from the pages of her book. Detail has been concentrated in Miss Lambe’s face and hands, whilst the clothing is simplified and deliberately incomplete. Technical adjustments can be seen across the drawing which has been created on a collage of 20th century writing papers from Harewood House.

Miss Lambe from Jane Austen’s unfinished novel Sanditon brought to life

We're proud to unveil a new portrait by contemporary visual artist Lela Harris for Austen and Turner: A Country House Encounter exhibition. Lela Harris has created a compelling new portrait of Miss Lambe, the only character of African heritage in Austen’s novels, from her unfinished manuscript Sanditon.

Announcing contemporary commissions for 2025

Two contemporary award-winning creatives have been commissioned to reflect on Austen and Turner’s legacies in response to artworks, manuscripts and historical objects that bring Austen and Turner together for the first time.

Harewood Contemporary

Harewood Contemporary has showcased groundbreaking art for over 30 years, featuring leading artists, including Turner Prize winners, in a pioneering country house setting.
A gilt wooded carving of a winged creature perched on a reflective mirror surface, showcasing intricate details and elegance.

Thomas Chippendale’s Tercentenary

The Chippendale tercentenary this year has successfully marked the birth of this famous influential Yorkshire cabinet maker and Harewood House Trust has played a key role in the celebrations.