1901 Mortimer Menpes, "Lord Roberts", Safari Style Antique Print

Description

A rare original antique Safari, English Traditional or American Classical print of watercolor portrait of Lord Roberts by Mortimer Menpes. … more A rare original antique Safari, English Traditional or American Classical print of watercolor portrait of Lord Roberts by Mortimer Menpes. This print has a gold leaf top edge and comes with its original title page. Mortimer Luddington Menpes (1855-1938), was an Australian-born artist, author, printmaker and illustrator. Menpes painted in oil and watercolour as well as being a prolific printmaker, producing over 700 etchings and drypoints during his career to great acclaim. Created and printed in London, in 1901 by Mortimer Menpes. Excellent condition - minor edge wear, never framed.

Overall 6ʺW × 8.25ʺH

Field Marshal Frederick Sleigh Roberts, 1st Earl Roberts, VC, KG, KP, GCB, OM, GCSI, GCIE, KStJ, VD, PC (30 September 1832 – 14 November 1914) was a British soldier who was one of the most successful commanders of the 19th century. He served in the Indian Rebellion, the Expedition to Abyssinia and the Second Anglo-Afghan War before leading British Forces to success in the Second Boer War. He also became the last Commander-in-Chief of the Forces before the post was abolished in 1904. less