Meave Thompson Gedney (1863 – 1905): A Watercolor Portraitist of Victorian Elegance Meave Thompson Gedney, also known as meave gedney, was an American artist born in New York City in 1863 and tragically died in 1905. She stands out within the artistic landscape of her era not merely for her talent but also for her association with Black Starr & Frost, a prominent jewelry company that shaped the aesthetic sensibilities of Victorian America. Her life’s work—primarily watercolor paintings—offers a glimpse into the refined tastes and social dynamics of the Gilded Age. ### Early Life and Artisti…