28th Apr, 2010 12:00

Maritime and Scientific Models, Instruments & Art (Undaunted)

 
  Lot 26
 

26

[M] From the collection of Christopher...

From the collection of Christopher Lennox-Boyd. Over the last 40 years Christopher Lennox-Boyd has amassed a collection of over 40,000 prints, including rare proofs and unrecorded states of great images. The naval portraits offered here are mezzotints, a printing technique which saw its heyday in the 18th and early 19th centuries, at the height of British maritime power. The majority of the prints presented here, of heroes such as Viscount Nelson, Viscount Duncan, Admiral Cloudesley Shovell, and others, were published to commemorate significant battles and actions during the Seven Years' War and the Napoleonic Wars.

Sold Not Subject to Return

'SIR GEORGE BRYDGES RODNEY'
published by Valentine Green (1739-1813) after Hugh Barron
mezzotint on laid paper, slight scuffing, thread margins, [late 18th century]. 426 x 335mm.; together with four further mezzotint portraits, including a seated-portrait of Philip Affleck Esq. by John Young after Edward Penny, Richard Kempenfelt Esqr. by Richard Earlom after Tilly Kettle, the Hon. Edward Boscawen by R. Purcell and The Honourable Samuel Barrington Vice Admiral of the Blue by Richard Earlom after Benjamin Wilson
(5)

George Brydges Rodney (1719 - 1792) is best known for his commands in the American War of Independence, particularly his victory over the French at the Battle of the Saintes in 1782. He is credited with the invention of the tactic of "breaking the line".

Sold for £521
Estimated at £400 - £600

(inc. buyer's premium of 24%)


Condition Report
Philip Affleck: pale spotting, mounted on a paper support. Richard Kempenfelt: has pale spotting. Edward Boscawen: trimmed on all sides, several creases and areas of scuffing. Samuel Barrington: the upper margin has been trimmed.

We are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of this property. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Charles Miller Ltd is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue. NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD “AS IS” IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE.

 
From the collection of Christopher Lennox-Boyd. Over the last 40 years Christopher Lennox-Boyd has amassed a collection of over 40,000 prints, including rare proofs and unrecorded states of great images. The naval portraits offered here are mezzotints, a printing technique which saw its heyday in the 18th and early 19th centuries, at the height of British maritime power. The majority of the prints presented here, of heroes such as Viscount Nelson, Viscount Duncan, Admiral Cloudesley Shovell, and others, were published to commemorate significant battles and actions during the Seven Years' War and the Napoleonic Wars.

Sold Not Subject to Return

'SIR GEORGE BRYDGES RODNEY'
published by Valentine Green (1739-1813) after Hugh Barron
mezzotint on laid paper, slight scuffing, thread margins, [late 18th century]. 426 x 335mm.; together with four further mezzotint portraits, including a seated-portrait of Philip Affleck Esq. by John Young after Edward Penny, Richard Kempenfelt Esqr. by Richard Earlom after Tilly Kettle, the Hon. Edward Boscawen by R. Purcell and The Honourable Samuel Barrington Vice Admiral of the Blue by Richard Earlom after Benjamin Wilson
(5)

George Brydges Rodney (1719 - 1792) is best known for his commands in the American War of Independence, particularly his victory over the French at the Battle of the Saintes in 1782. He is credited with the invention of the tactic of "breaking the line".
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