5th Nov, 2019 11:00
Maritime and Scientific Models, Instruments & Art ('Superb')
113
[M] FOLLOWER OF TERENCE CUNEO (BRITISH, 1907-1996) Captain 'Johnnie' Walker R.N. studying charts during the Battle of the Atlantic
FOLLOWER OF TERENCE CUNEO (BRITISH, 1907-1996)
Captain 'Johnnie' Walker R.N. studying charts during the Battle of the Atlantic
Oil on canvas
19 x 29in. (48 x 74cm.)
Frederick John Walker, CB, DSO & Three Bars (1896 – 1944) was noted for his exploits during World War II. He was the most successful anti-submarine warfare commander during the Battle of the Atlantic and was known more popularly as 'Johnnie' Walker after the brand of whisky. He died from a cerebral thrombosis thought to have been brought on by exhaustion and over work.
Sold for £992
Estimated at £300 - £500
(inc. buyer's premium of 24%)
FOLLOWER OF TERENCE CUNEO (BRITISH, 1907-1996)
Captain 'Johnnie' Walker R.N. studying charts during the Battle of the Atlantic
Oil on canvas
19 x 29in. (48 x 74cm.)
Frederick John Walker, CB, DSO & Three Bars (1896 – 1944) was noted for his exploits during World War II. He was the most successful anti-submarine warfare commander during the Battle of the Atlantic and was known more popularly as 'Johnnie' Walker after the brand of whisky. He died from a cerebral thrombosis thought to have been brought on by exhaustion and over work.
Auction: Maritime and Scientific Models, Instruments & Art ('Superb'), 5th Nov, 2019
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Main view and sale venue:
Olympia Auctions
25 Blythe Road
London
W14 0PD
Large object view
6 Imperial Studios
3-11 Imperial Road
London
SW6 2AG
Viewing
Saturday, 2nd November
(12pm-4pm)
Sunday, 3rd November
(12pm-4pm)
Monday, 4th November
(10am-5pm)
Tuesday, 5th November
(10am-11am)
