Canadian Art, Culture and History

November 0712, 2020
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LOT 125

Lot 125

After Sir Joshua Reynolds (1723-1792)

After Sir Joshua Reynolds (1723-1792)
Lot 125 Details
After Sir Joshua Reynolds (1723-1792), British

SIR JEFFERY AMHERST

mezzotint with letters engraved by J. Watson, published by Ryland & Bryer, early 19th century
frame 27 x 21.75 in — 68.6 x 55.2 cm

Estimate $300-$500

Realised: $1,020
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

Note:

'Lord Amherst, who is perhaps best known for having founded the college which bears his name, was Commander-in-Chief of the British Army in North America from 1758 to 1764 and Governor-General of British North America in 1760. Towns were named after him in Massachusetts, New Hampshire and Nova Scotia'. - Nova Scotia Archives.

He is portrayed here in military dress armour with a map of the 'Plan of the Island of Montreal & it's Environs'.

CONDITION DETAILS

Apparently in good condition. Not examined out of the frame.

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