2nd Jul, 2024 10:00

Antiques & Collectables Auction

 
Lot 296
 

296

A 19th Century British School portrait of an army officer

Sold for £1,200
Estimated at £300 - £500


 

A 19th Century British School portrait of an army officer, said to be a portrait of a soldier in the 43rd Bengal Native Infantry. He wears the Medal for the First Afghan War of 1842. Possibly a member of the Gold or Cundell families and traditionally referred to as "The Surgeon". Oil on canvas. Contained within a very fine 19th Century frame with laurel leaf and berry moulding. 63 cm by 56 cm (framed)