Elizabeth Cust (1776–1858): A Delicate Hand in the Rococo Tradition Elizabeth Cust, born Eleanor Elizabeth Cust on November 23rd, 1776, was a British artist who achieved considerable renown during her lifetime for her exquisitely rendered portraits of aristocratic families—particularly those connected to the influential Cust lineage. Though overshadowed by her brother, Sir Edward Cust, she nonetheless established herself as a respected figure within the artistic circles of Regency England and left behind a legacy of paintings that continue to fascinate scholars and collectors alike. Her ear…