Portrait of Eleanor, Countess of Lauderdale

"Portrait of Eleanor, Countess of Lauderdale" is a painting from 1780 by an unknown artist. It is currently in the collection of the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston. The painting measures 63.5 cm in width and 76.2 cm in height.

The painting is a portrait of Eleanor, Countess of Lauderdale. She is shown in a three-quarter view, her body turned slightly to the right and her head turned to face the viewer. She has a pleasant expression on her face and her dark hair is styled in an elaborate updo. She is wearing a pale pink dress with a lace-trimmed bodice. Her right hand is holding a garland of flowers, which she appears to be in the process of making. A small bouquet of flowers sits on a table beside her. The background of the painting is dark and undefined, which helps to draw the viewer's attention to the sitter.