Naval gazing proves profitable

An intriguing portrait by an unidentified hand of a Royal Navy admiral in a wig and blue gilt braided uniform was a star entry at Cotswold saleroom Chorley’s (20/15/12.5/10% buyer’s premium).

Consigned to a two-day sale on July 24-25, the unframed 4ft 7in x 3ft 5in (1.4 x 1.04m) oil on can…

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