Portrait of Josette
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The portrait of Josette Collins was commissioned by Naomi Collins in 1796 and was hung prominently in the original Collinwood estate known as the Old House (402).
In modern times, the portrait could still be found hanging over the mantle in the parlor. David Collins would often spend many afternoons in the Old House staring at Josette’s painting (212).
In 1897, Barnabas was upset to see the portrait had been moved and accused Magda Rakosi and her husband of pawning it (702). Later that same year, Lady Kitty Hampshire and Barnabas were drawn through the portrait to the year 1797 (885).
In 1967, Barnabas Collins moved into the Old House and relocated the painting from the drawing room and placed it in the 2nd floor bedroom once occupied by Josette in 1795. David Collins was angry that Barnabas moved the painting, but Barnabas promised him that he could visit the Old House whenever he wished in order to see it – a promise that David would come to abuse on more than one occasion (224).
[edit] Appearances
- The episodes listed only constitute appearances wherein the portrait of Josette is prominently displayed. Every appearance of the Old House in the series may be considered a de facto apearance of Josette's portrait as well.
