Portrait of a naval officer, ca.1780, thought to be Captain Philip King (1758-1808)
A half-length portrait to the right showing the unidentified sitter in naval uniform with a red drape to his left. Behind is a low wall, or parapet; sea and sky form the background. Acquired as a portrait of Captain Philip King (1758–1808). The canvas has been stuck onto plywood which is attached to the original stretcher.
Object Details
| ID: | BHC3147 |
|---|---|
| Collection: | Fine art |
| Type: | Painting |
| Display location: | Not on display |
| Creator: | British School, 18th century |
| Date made: | 18th century |
| People: | King, Philip Gidley; Tunks, Ada |
| Credit: | National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London |
| Measurements: | Painting: 744 mm x 618 mm x 15 mm |