Catherine Read

Timeline

Born on February 3 in Dundee, Scotland.
Lived in Paris.
Fled to Rome, along with other Jacobites.
Traveled to England. Met Rosalba Carriera (1673–1757) in Venice during her voyage from Rome.
Exhibited her work annually during this period.
Completed portrait of Queen Charlotte.
Became an honorary member of the Society of Artists in London.
Departed for India with her niece, Helena Beatson, to paint portraits of British officers stationed there.
Attempted to travel back to England alone. Died on the return journey.