The Battle of Trafalgar, 21st October 1805

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After R. B. Spencer, 19th Century
The Battle of Trafalgar, 21st October 1805
signed with intials and dated 'G.C. 1851' (lower left)
oil on canvas
19 x 31in. (48.3 x 78.8cm.))

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Lot Essay

The depiction of a fictitious frigate named Captain in the centre of this work is a somewhat enigmatic example of artistic license.

(Please refer to catalogue note accompanying lot 526.)

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