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THE DRUMMER BOY

Offered by: Jeffrey Tillou Antiques

Description
English School.
Unsigned, ca. 1790-1805.
Inscribed on verso, WM. Leeds, The Drummer Boy.
Oil on Canvas.
Great condition, early lining on original stretcher.
44” h. x 31” w. (with frame).

The drum is commemorating King George III (1738-1820). Birth name, George Rex, “GR” is initialed on the drum.

More Information

Period:	18th Century
Styles / Movements:	Other
Dealer Reference #:	WoA-CE-OC 373
Incollect Reference #:	540302

Dimensions

W.	31 in;	H.	44 in;
W.	78.74 cm;	H.	111.76 cm;

Message from Seller:

Jeffrey Tillou Antiques was established in 1992. The three story historic building located “on the green” in Litchfield, features an extensive inventory of Americana from the 18th and early 19th centuries. Here you will find an extraordinary collection of furniture, folk art, weathervanes, sculpture, Oriental carpets, and related decorative pieces as well as distinctive European furniture and original works of art.