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Description

George Walker (British, 1781-1856)

Portrait of Captain William Walker, 85th (Duke of York’s Light Infantry) circa 1815-16, half-length, a landscape beyond
oil on canvas laid to board
21 x 17cm



Footnote:

George Walker illustrated a series of prints entitled the Costumes of Yorkshire. His brother William exchanged into the 85th Light Infantry in 1813 as a Lieutenant from the 49th Foot. William served at the Battle of New Orleans and was promoted Captain in March 1815, but went onto half-pay in June 1815.



Condition report:

Oil on canvas laid down to board. The paint layer is stable. Numerous retouchings under UV. 35 x 31cm (framed)

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