A Squadron passing Drake Island, on its way to sea
Details
John Thomas Serres (1759-1825)
A Squadron passing Drake Island, on its way to sea
signed 'J.T.Serres.' (lower right, on the spar)
oil on canvas
32 x 48½ in. (81.2 x 123.2 cm.)
Provenance
Purchased from the St. James's Gallery, 1959 (£325).
Lot Essay
The Squadron is led by a two-decker wearing the flag of an admiral of the white.